WW Book Club March 10th — March 16th: 7 Reads You Won’t Be Able to Put Down

This magical tale follows exes Ward Dunbar and Camille Buhay, who thought they would never see each other again. Years later, they are both in London, where they get jobs working opposing shifts. Then, one day, they realize they’re trapped in their work building and can only see each other for a few minutes before dawn. Meanwhile, a war of the gods rages on — and Ward and Camille have no idea they’re at the center of it all. A fantastical ride in an alternate reality!

Intrigue and adventure ensue in the latest cozy whodunit from bestselling author Lynn Cahoon. Ski lodge catering director Mia Malone is busy running her business. Then, her roommate Christina steps in to help out. But things take a turn when Christina’s ex shows up and suddenly claims to be her fiancé. To make matters much worse, a dead body is found in his lodge. Now, they’ll all have to act fast to find the killer!  

Sweet moments, a cast of lovable characters, Vegas fun, second chances…this rom-com has it all. Celebrity stylist Violet Greene is traveling all over the world and thriving in her work life, but her personal life is in shambles after a breakup. Next, she runs into her high school sweetheart Xavier Wright in Vegas — and the next day, they wake up with wedding rings on their fingers. They realize both of their careers may actually benefit greatly from this “marriage,” so they decide to continue playing the part. Will old passions return and give them a chance at happily ever after?

In 1924 Chicago, 4-year-old Cecily Larson is reluctantly dropped off at an orphanage by her mother. Then, a few years later, Cecily is sold to a traveling circus to perform as the “little sister” to bareback rider Isabelle DuMonde. In 2015, Cecily is now 94 and an at-home DNA test reveals old secrets that she kept hidden for decades. An immersive, entertaining story about family ties, drama, history and one remarkable woman. 

Author Scott Alexander Howard delivers a moving sci-fi tale in his debut novel The Other Valley. Sixteen-year-old Odile is a quiet girl with one goal: get a coveted seat on the Conseil. If she earns this position, she gets to decide who can cross the town’s guarded borders. On the other side, it’s the same valley and the same town…but to the east, the town is 20 years ahead in time and to the west, it’s 20 years behind. One day, Odile notices her friend Edme’s parents crossing the border from the future to see their son while he’s still alive in Odile’s present. Can Odile step in and alter fate? Filled with heartbreak, hope and illuminating takes on fate and free will, this story is perfect for fans of The Giver. 

From Falon Ballard, the beloved author of Just My Type and Lease on Love, comes a new steamy rom-com. In a last-ditch effort to save her career, Emmy Harper takes on a role opposite her enemy, Grayson West, Hollywood’s dreamiest action star. But Emmy has a different opinion on Grayson ever since he ruined her first movie years ago. Now, the two are forced to work together again… while trying to ignore their lingering tension. If they want this to be a success, Emmy and Grayson have no choice but to make it work on — and off — camera. A fun, fast-paced romance set against the glittering backdrop of Hollywood!

When anxiety or doubt spirals, it can feel hard to stay positive. But in her new book, medical director and psychiatrist Sue Varma provides the tools to find calm. Varma shares “8 pillars” that foster optimism: purpose, processing emotions, problem-solving, pride, proficiency, present, people and practical healthy habits. With anecdotes, quizzes and science-backed tips­—like reflecting on self-worth and renaming your feelings—each page offers a blueprint for daily joy!