In this roundup of the best reviewed BookLife titles, we highlight a star-crossed-love story, a dystopian story collection, and goddess legends.

Heroines of Avalon

Ayn Cates Sullivan

Synopsis: Sullivan retells tales of legendary heroines.

PW’s Takeaway: A valuable, approachable guide.

Comparable Title: Nikita Gill’s Great Goddesses


The Lost Letter

Mimi Matthews

Synopsis: A soldier is separated from the woman he loves.

PW’s Takeaway: Historical romance fans will snap this one up.

Comparable Titles: Judith McNaught’s Westmoreland series


They Don’t Make Plus Size Spacesuits

Ali Thompson

Synopsis: Thompson debuts with fat-phobia-themed tales.

PW’s Takeaway: This is a heartfelt, empathetic collection.

Comparable Title: Virgie Tovar’s You Have the Right to Remain Fat