If you find yourself without anything to read (the horror!), it may be worth while to take a chance and try out a new genre. While we can all agree getting stuck in a reading rut is no fun, getting out of one is. Read on for some great books that will help you test the waters in a new-to-you genre.

The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica

The Other Mrs. is the perfect entry into suspense! If you’ve been a bit nervous to sink your teeth into this genre, now’s a great time because it’s our Read With BookClubbish pick! Having a group of readers along for the ride for all the plot twists will certainly make trying out this genre more enjoyable.

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Propulsive and addictive, and perfect for fans of “You,” The Other Mrs. is the twisty new psychological thriller from Mary Kubica, the New York Times bestselling author of The Good Girl

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Truths I Never Told You by Kelly Rimmer

If you’ve never been interested in historical fiction before, try reading a book that alternates between timelines like Truths I Never Told You. Taking place post-WWII and in present day, this story is tied together by themes around family and motherhood. These parallel settings and situations will not disappoint! If you want to try out another genre, here are some other can’t-miss historical fiction titles.

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From the bestselling author of The Things We Cannot Say comes a poignant post-WWII novel that explores the expectations society places on women set within an engrossing family mystery that may unravel everything once believed to be true.

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One Perfect Summer by Brenda Novak

Sometimes women’s contemporary fiction gets a bad rep…which is so unfair! We love a good story, regardless of the genre it’s in. One Perfect Summer is a story that will tug at your heartstrings but also make you think. What would you do if you unraveled a big family secret after trying out 23andMe?

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When Serenity Alston swabbed her cheek for 23andMe, she joked about uncovering some dark ancestral scandal. The last thing she expected was to discover two half sisters she didn’t know existed. Suddenly, everything about her loving family is drawn into question. And meeting these newfound sisters might be the only way to get answers.

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Followers by Megan Angelo

Science fiction can be really intimidating, especially if you’re new to the genre. Followers is a great introduction to it, though, because it plays off our current obsession with social media and what could go wrong if we aren’t careful. Set in 2015 and a dystopian 2051 where Instagram does not exist, it’s sure to keep you glued to the pages.

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“If anyone is going to explore a future version of our high-tech, internet-obsessed culture, please let it be Megan Angelo. Followers is pure gold.” —Abbi Jacobson, bestselling author and cocreator of Broad City

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Broken Faith by Mitch Weiss and Holbrook Mohr

If you’ve never been a fan of nonfiction before, you’re missing out on a lot of amazing books! As you’ve heard, truth is stranger than fiction sometimes and Broken Faith is a prime example of that. If you’re already a fan of suspense and thrillers, then picking up this true crime story is a real no-brainer. Looking for more recommendations? Check out these non-fiction reads for fiction readers.

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“I can’t imagine a more important book.”—Jeff Guinn, New York Times bestselling author

An explosive investigation into Word of Faith Fellowship, a secretive evangelical cult whose charismatic female leader is a master of manipulation

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What genre are you interested in picking up? Let us know in the comments below.

Stuck in a Reading Rut? Here’s Your Guide to Trying a New Genre

The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica

Truths I Never Told You by Kelly Rimmer

One Perfect Summer by Brenda Novak

Followers by Megan Angelo

Broken Faith by Mitch Weiss and Holbrook Mohr

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