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From surprising novels to thoughtful nonfiction, the 10 best books of May are lively companions that charm and illuminate.

MysteryScene

Bill Browder doesn't trust South Africa not to hand him over to Vladimir Putin, and Jeffrey Archer doesn't know how to type because he writes all his books by hand.

Jackie’s books are embraced amongst her readers as they engage with the Bare hashtag, mobilising her influence and storytelling. She is a vocal and vibrant social activist and philanthropist, using her narrative to raise awareness.

 The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) has announced the author lineup and programming for MOTIVE presented by Kobo Plus, Canada's newest and largest crime and mystery writing festival, taking place June 3 to 5, 2022 based at Harbourfront Centre.

At the Library

The Cambridge Companion to World Crime Fiction - April 2022

When reading, I want to know where books are set and when. I don’t want to guess, even though it's usually Canada

If the names Jamie, Gordon, Nigel or Yotam mean anything to you, they indicate that the foodie halls of fame are dominated by men.

Booking has opened for the 2022 Franschhoek Literary Festival (FLF), taking place there from 13 to 15 May. [flf.co.za]