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Mysteries: Who Punnit?

It has been said that puns are the lowest form of humor, but one might say it’s high time we elevated some of these literary titles. These mysteries are rife with puns and it would be criminal to miss them. Besides, who doesn’t like a little crime and pun-ishment?

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The Little Armageddon that Couldn’t: Books about the End Times

Once in a while, the world tries to end. Fiction writers have taken this idea and explored new directions, including a failed Armageddon and all of the different ways that it could happen. These fantasy and science fiction titles are sure to surprise and intrigue with their takes on this popular trope!

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Fictional Influencers

Be sure to "follow" these fictional novels that connect us to characters dealing with the complexities of living in a virtual world. 

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