Author: Hannah Cherie Hudson

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by Sponsored by Amazon Publishing.

Raymond feels like he doesn’t belong. Not at school. Not with his step-families. Then a blind woman in his building named Mildred introduces herself with a curious question:Have you seen Luis Velez? Luis Velez is Mildred’s caretaker, and he’s disappeared. As Raymond tries to help Mildred track Luis down, an unexpected friendship blossoms between the two. Raymond helps Mildred with an act of voluntary kindness. Mildred helps Raymond see that there’s hope if you have someone to hold on to. Have You Seen Luis Velez? by Catherine Ryan Hyde is a powerful reminder to find beauty in the world.

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by Forge Books.

The highly anticipated first book by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, the voices behind the #1 hit podcast My Favorite Murder!

Sharing never-before-heard stories ranging from their struggles with depression, eating disorders, and addiction, Karen and Georgia irreverently recount their biggest mistakes and deepest fears, reflecting on the formative life events that shaped them into two of the most followed voices in the nation.

In Stay Sexy & Don’t Get Murdered, Karen and Georgia focus on the importance of self-advocating and valuing personal safety over being “nice” or “helpful.” They delve into their own pasts, true crime stories, and beyond to discuss meaningful cultural and societal issues with fierce empathy and unapologetic frankness.

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by The Plus One from HarperCollins 360.

Polly Spencer is single and turning thirty, but seriously, she’s fine. Even if she’s still stuck at Posh! magazine writing about royal babies and the chances of finding a plus one to her best friend’s summer wedding are looking worryingly slim. But it’s a new year, and Polly’s determined that over the next 365 days she’ll remember to shave her legs, drink less wine, and get her s**t together. Her latest piece is on the infamous Jasper, Marquess of Milton, undoubtedly neither a plus one nor ‘the one.’ She’s heard the stories—there’s no way she’ll succumb to his charms…

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by Somewhere Only We Know from Maurene Goo and Fierce Reads.

“The perfect rom-com for dreamy spring afternoons.” —Bustle Sparks fly between a K pop starlet and a tabloid reporter in this heartwarming rom-com from Maurene Goo. 10:00 PM.: Lucky is a huge K-pop star who just performed her hit song to thousands of adoring fans. She’s tired but dying for a hamburger. 11:00 PM: Jack sneaks into a fancy hotel on assignment for his tabloid job. He runs into a cute girl wearing slippers — a girl who is single-mindedly determined to find a hamburger. 12:00 AM.: Nothing will ever be the same.

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal and Fierce Reads.

Set in a richly detailed world inspired by ancient Arabia, Hafsah Faizal’s We Hunt the Flame—first in the Sands of Arawiya duology—is a gripping story of discovery, conquering fear, and taking identity into your own hands.

“We Hunt the Flame should be on every fantasy fan’s bookshelf.” —Kiersten White, bestselling author of And I Darken

“Filled with rich worldbuilding with stakes that will keep you at the edge of your seat.” —BuzzFeed

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by If It Makes You Happy by Claire Kann and Swoon Reads.

Winnie is living her best fat girl life at her Granny’s diner, Goldeen’s, in the small town of Misty Haven. She’s poised for one last perfect summer twirling around the diner floor in her 50’s-inspired uniform before starting college in the fall.
And then she becomes Misty Haven’s Summer Queen, a highly anticipated matchmaking tradition that she wants absolutely nothing to do with.
Newly crowned, Winnie discovers almost immediately that she’s deathly afraid of it all: the spotlight, the obligations, and the way her Merry Haven Summer King, wears his heart, humor, and honesty on his sleeve.

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by Amazon Publishing.

When a young bride goes missing, her loved ones are forced to question how well they knew her… and how well they know themselves. From Marybeth Mayhew Whalen, the author of When We Were Worthy, comes a riveting new novel about big family secrets laid bare in a small southern town. Read Only Ever Her.

Today’s Riot Rundown is sponsored by Challenged Accepted!, the new comedy memoir from “The Funniest Woman on Instagram” Celeste Barber.

Prepare to laugh” – Reese Witherspoon. From funny woman, Instagram star, and international comedy sensation, Celeste Barber’s Challenge Accepted! is a raucous, hilarious, and outspoken guide to life, unwanted gas, and how to rock a sexy scar.