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 •  Calling All Crime Writers:
Think you have what it takes? Enter the Chicago Crime Writers Competition for the chance to win publication of your crime fiction story in an upcoming issue of Time Out Chicago. Click here for complete details and official rules.

 •  A Heated Discussion:
Bjorn Lomborg has seen global warming, and he is staying calm. In Cool It, Lomborg argues against elaborate and expensive initiatives that tax national resources and draw focus from other global issues. As you sweat out the summer under sunscreen and parasols, pick up a copy of Cool It to round out your understanding of climate change and the challenges facing us in the new century. Learn more about Lomborg's views in our Q&A, and read an excerpt from the book.





Songs Without Words
A Novel
by Ann Packer
Author of The Dive From Clausen's Pier

NATIONAL BESTSELLER

About the book:
"Packer's voice [has] extraordinary authority. . . . Compassionate,
rich in solace."
--The New York Times Book Review

Read an excerpt from the book and an interview with the author. Plus, check out her tour schedule, print our free Reading Group Guide, and visit the Ann Packer's official Web site at www.annpacker.com.

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Bridge of Sighs
by Richard Russo
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
of Empire Falls

NATIONAL BESTSELLER

About the book:
"A magnificent, bighearted new novel and an astounding achievement. . . .
A masterpiece."
--The Boston Globe

Read an excerpt from the book, check out Richard Russo's tour schedule, and print our free Reading Group Guide.

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The Water's Lovely
By Ruth Rendell
New York Times Bestselling Author

About the book:
"The queen of the psychological suspense novel. . . . [A] subtly horrifying story."
The New York Times Book Review

Read an excerpt from the book and print our free Reading Group Guide.
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New Guides for:
· Bridge of Sighs
· Practicing
· Songs Without Words
· and more . . .


Behind the Books
Browse special features and our complete list of author interviews.
· Q&As with Jim Crace and Stephen L. Carter

On the Road
·Richard Russo
·Ann Packer

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