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Dispatches from Random House, offering a glimpse into one of the world's most prestigious publishing houses. In 1925, Bennett Cerf and Donald Klopfer, two New Yorkers in their mid-twenties, acquired The Modern Library, a stable of classics and contemporary American works.

The company assumed the name Random House two years later when Cerf and Klopfer decided to publish a few books on the side, “at random.”

Today Random House is the proud publishing home of the world’s most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators. The Random House portfolio of imprints includes include Ballantine Books, Bantam Dell, Delacorte Press, Del Rey, The Dial Press, Modern Library, One World, Hogarth, Crown, Crown Archetype, Tim Duggan Books, Three Rivers Press, Broadway Books, Convergent, Currency, Crown Forum, Image, WaterBrook, Multnomah, Clarkson Potter, Ten Speed Press, Lorena Jones Books, Watson-Guptill, Ink & Willow, Harmony, Rodale, and, of course, the flagship imprint Random House. This diverse group of imprints publishes original fiction and nonfiction in all formats with the mission to entertain, educate, and inspire readers for generations.

06/15/2021

Out today, the eagerly awaited follow-up to the #1 bestseller Hamilton: The Revolution, Lin-Manuel Miranda's new book gives readers an extraordinary inside look at In the Heights, his breakout Broadway debut, now a Hollywood blockbuster.

IN THE HEIGHTS: FINDING HOME reunites Miranda with Jeremy McCarter, co-author of Hamilton: The Revolution, and Quiara Alegría Hudes, the Pulitzer Prize–winning librettist of the Broadway musical and screenwriter of the film. They do more than trace the making of an unlikely Broadway smash and a major motion picture: They give readers an intimate look at the decades-long creative life of In the Heights.

06/15/2021

Pages that Tour the World | penguinrandomhouse.com

Enter our Pages That Tour The World Sweepstakes between now and June 30, 2021 for the chance to win a bundle of books that will sweep you away this summer!

Enter for the chance to win a bundle of books that will sweep you away this summer!

06/15/2021

The summer stacks just keep on coming! Which new releases are you adding to your TBR list?

Historian Tiya Miles spoke to Slate.com about Ashley's sack, and her new book ALL THAT SHE CARRIED. Out now!

06/15/2021

Understanding the Horror of Slavery Is Impossible. But a Simple Cotton Sack Can Bring Us Closer.

Historian Tiya Miles spoke to Slate.com about Ashley's sack, and her new book ALL THAT SHE CARRIED. Out now!

For historian Tiya Miles, “Ashley’s Sack” contains far more than what it once carried.

Join Doree Shafrir, author of the new memoir THANKS FOR WAITING and co-host of the Forever35 podcast for Worth the Wait,...

06/14/2021

Worth the Wait: Thanks for Waiting Virtual Launch Party

Join Doree Shafrir, author of the new memoir THANKS FOR WAITING and co-host of the Forever35 podcast for Worth the Wait, a two-night virtual book launch party on June 28 + 29 brought to you by our wellness community, Well Enough.

Click below for tickets!

A 2-night event celebrating the launch of Doree Shafrir's memoir, Thanks for Waiting

06/14/2021

We're still buzzing with excitement for these Pulitzer Prize finalists! Scroll down to learn more about Sierra Crane Murdoch + Cathy Park Hong's extraordinary books.

YELLOW BIRD: The gripping true story of a murder on an Indian reservation, and the unforgettable Arikara woman who becomes obsessed with solving it. Drawing on eight years of immersive investigation, Yellow Bird is an exquisitely written, masterfully reported story about a search for justice and a remarkable portrait of a complex woman.

MINOR FEELINGS: Poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong fearlessly and provocatively blends memoir, cultural criticism, and history into a ruthlessly honest, emotionally charged, and utterly original exploration of Asian American consciousness. With sly humor and a poet’s searching mind, Hong uses her own story as a portal into a deeper examination of racial consciousness in America today.

06/14/2021

To celebrate Pride, we have books for every part of our lives. These titles take the prize—fiction with diverse and indelible characters, along with classic writings from one of the most influential voices in twentieth-century literature. Find more q***r book recs here: https://bit.ly/3pDMxPK

06/14/2021

Today's #MorningMustRead is a "fast, fun, and wise—the perfect summer read.” (Nancy Thayer ) Matthew Norman's ALL TOGETHER NOW is out tomorrow! Start reading here: https://bit.ly/3gjxO9E

06/13/2021

Sunday Status: reading poolside

06/11/2021

Not sure what to read this weekend? We've got you covered.

Head to our Stories & Sunshine hub for tons more recommendations: https://sites.prh.com/summer-reading-stories-sunshine

Head to Entertainment Weekly to read an exclusive excerpt from IN THE HEIGHTS: FINDING HOME. Out Tuesday!

06/10/2021

Go inside the making of 'In the Heights' with this exclusive excerpt

Head to Entertainment Weekly to read an exclusive excerpt from IN THE HEIGHTS: FINDING HOME. Out Tuesday!

Exclusive: Learn how the 'In the Heights' cast battled record heat to complete the "Carnaval del Barrio" number as outlined in a special behind-the-scenes book.

06/10/2021

Contemplating summer paperbacks.

06/10/2021

Today's #MorningMustRead is "a twisty, tense and claustrophobic tale of secrets, manipulation and soured relationships." Harriet Walker's THE WEDDING NIGHT is out now! Start reading here: https://bit.ly/3gswZdL

06/10/2021

In HOME SWEET ROAD, the hugely popular singer/songwriter duo
JOHNNYSWIM share their story like never before, showing readers how to find home wherever they are in this visually stunning debut. Out now!

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/654088/home-sweet-road-by-johnnyswim/

06/09/2021

From the bestselling author of SOMETHING IN THE WATER and MR. NOBODY comes “an unputdownable mystery about the nightmares that abound in the pursuit of Hollywood dreams” (Caroline Kepnes). THE DISAPPEARING ACT is out now!

06/09/2021

Father's Day gifts your Dad will actually want? Groundbreaking.

Shop more #FathersDay gift recommendations at: https://sites.prh.com/gifts-for-fathers-day

06/09/2021

Today's #MorningMustRead is an excerpt from Terry Miles' RABBITS the novel, an all-new adventure set in the world of the hit Rabbits podcast. Start reading here: https://bit.ly/3ivoPE2

06/08/2021

A renowned historian traces the life of a single object handed down through three generations of Black women to craft an extraordinary testament to people who are left out of the archives. ALL THAT SHE CARRIED is out today!

06/08/2021

This week's new releases have arrived! Which one are you reading first?

06/08/2021

Dive into Catherine Steadman newest thriller, THE DISAPPEARING ACT in today's #MorningMustRead. Available today! Start reading here: https://bit.ly/3x216zh

06/07/2021

Beach read alert! Check out their mini-descriptions below ☀️

LIZZIE & DANTE: The insightful, audacious, and deeply romantic story of a woman whose life turns upside down after she meets an enigmatic chef on vacation in Italy

THE WEDDING NIGHT: After ending her engagement, a woman decides to go on a much-needed getaway with her friends to clear her head—but she soon realizes her secret may be the one thing she can’t get away from.

MALIBU RISING: Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of twenty-four hours, their lives will change forever.

Taylor Jenkins Reid spoke to ELLE Magazine (US) about her journey from romance novels to MALIBU RISING; the multiple upc...

06/07/2021

Taylor Jenkins Reid Was A Romance Writer. Now, She Creates Celebrities. Where Does That Leave Her?

Taylor Jenkins Reid spoke to ELLE Magazine (US) about her journey from romance novels to MALIBU RISING; the multiple upcoming TV adaptations of her books; and the cognitive dissonance of the cult of celebrity.

As the bestselling author releases the much-anticipated follow-up to ‘Daisy Jones and The Six’, she must confront the makings of a star.

06/07/2021

We've got Father's Day gifts for every type of father-figure. Shop them all at: https://sites.prh.com/gifts-for-fathers-day

06/07/2021

Pride month is pure joy, a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ achievement, progress, and our unique perspectives and experiences. Every life is original, which is evident in these powerful memoirs, transgender accounts, POC photo-essays, and adventures in parenting. Find more q***r memoir recommendations here: https://sites.prh.com/pride-of-our-lives

06/07/2021

Long before she was an acclaimed author, Deborah Tannen was a girl who adored her father. Dive into her latest book tracing his life, FINDING MY FATHER, in today's #MorningMustRead. Start reading here: https://bit.ly/34Uld6j

06/06/2021

Ditch the tie and give your Dad something he'll actually want this Father's Day. https://sites.prh.com/gifts-for-fathers-day

06/04/2021

We've got your weekend TBR list all stacked up, just try not to drip on it... 🍦📚

https://sites.prh.com/summer-reading-stories-sunshine

06/04/2021

We're so excited to share the cover Jodi Picoult's new book, WISH YOU WERE HERE! Check it out on Oprah Daily! WISH YOU WERE HERE is coming 11/30!
https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/a36607059/jodi-picoult-new-novel-wish-you-were-here-reveal/

WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY is a Good Morning America Buzz Pick! Have you read Lauren Weisberger's...

06/04/2021

'GMA' Buzz Pick: 'Where the Grass is Green and the Girls Are Pretty'

WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY is a Good Morning America Buzz Pick! Have you read Lauren Weisberger's latest novel yet?

'GMA' Buzz Picks: 'Where the Grass is Green and the Girls Are Pretty' by Lauren Weisberger

06/04/2021

Don't miss your chance to read an exclusive excerpt from Elizabeth Letts' new book, THE RIDE OF HER LIFE, out now! Start reading here: https://bit.ly/3cikZdq

Big news, Taylor Jenkins Reid's new novel, MALIBU RISING, is coming to Hulu! (via The Hollywood Reporter)

06/04/2021

Hulu, Liz Tigelaar Adapting Taylor Jenkins Reid’s ‘Malibu Rising’ as TV Series (Exclusive)

Big news, Taylor Jenkins Reid's new novel, MALIBU RISING, is coming to Hulu! (via The Hollywood Reporter)

Hulu is headed to Mailbu. Author Taylor Jenkins Reid’s recently released novel Malibu Rising (Ballantine Books) is being developed as a TV series for Hulu. The potential series was bought pre…

06/03/2021

Permission granted, J. Courtney Sullivan!

06/03/2021

Random House Book Club is thrilled to announce the June Spotlight Pick is LIZZIE & DANTE by Eloise James, AKA Mary Bly! Once you’ve read it, join us for a Zoom Happy Hour on 6/24 at 7:30pm EST.

Sign up at: http://www.randomhousebooks.com/event/rhbcjune/

06/03/2021

Dive into today's #MorningMustRead, poet Najwa Zebian's debut book of inspiration, WELCOME HOME. Available now! https://bit.ly/3psRlrr

06/02/2021

Summer 2021 books are coming in hot! 📫

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Calling Taylor Jenkins Reid fans! MALIBU RISING hits bookstores on May 25, 2021, and yes, we’re already counting down the days. Pre-order now and sign up for Taylor's newsletter to get special content and stay in the know on everything MALIBU RISING: https://taylorjenkinsreid.com/contact/

The discovery of a girl abandoned by the side of the road threatens to unearth the long-buried secrets of a Texas town’s legendary cold case in this haunting new novel from bestselling author Julia Heaberlin. Out now! Get your copy at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/588688/we-are-all-the-same-in-the-dark-by-julia-heaberlin/?ref=PRHB02A442697&aid=44219&linkid=PRHB02A442697&utm_source=Random_House_Group&utm_medium=Social_Media&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=heaberlin_weareallthesameinthedarkprh_curalate

“David puts words to so many of the things we all feel, sharing generously of his own journey so we can all benefit in the process.” —Chrissy Teigen David Chang's new memoir, EAT A PEACH, comes out September 8th. Pre-order at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/552829/eat-a-peach-by-david-chang-with-gabe-ulla/

BIG NEWS! From Paula McLain, bestselling author of THE PARIS WIFE and LOVE AND RUIN comes WHEN THE STARS GO DARK, a propulsive new novel of intertwined destinies and heart-wrenching suspense. After tragedy strikes, a detective hides away from the world, until her obsession with saving an abducted teenage girl gives her a reason to live again. Weaving together actual cases of missing persons, trauma theory and a hint of the metaphysical with an evocative setting in Mendocino, California, McLain’s gripping novel tells a story of what it takes--when the worst happens--to reclaim our lives. WHEN THE STARS GO DARK hits bookshelves in spring 2021! Pre-order your copy at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/653305/when-the-stars-go-dark-by-paula-mclain/?ref=PRH1D0908FC78&aid=48906&linkid=PRH1D0908FC78&utm_source=Random_House_Group&utm_medium=Social_Media&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=mclain_whenthestarsgodarkprh_curalate

A SWIM IN A POND IN THE RAIN comes out on January 12, 2021. Pre-order your copy at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/609280/a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rain-by-george-saunders/?ref=PRHBC05B60A03&aid=47077&linkid=PRHBC05B60A03&utm_source=Random_House_Group&utm_medium=Social_Media&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=Saunders_aswiminthepondintherainprh_curalate A SWIM IN A POND IN THE RAIN comes out January 12, 2021. Pre-order your copy at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/609280/a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rain-by-george-saunders/?ref=PRHBC05B60A03&aid=47077&linkid=PRHBC05B60A03&utm_source=Random_House_Group&utm_medium=Social_Media&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=Saunders_aswiminthepondintherainprh_curalate

Project Hail Mary Cover Reveal

We are thrilled to reveal the cover for Andy Weir's new novel, PROJECT HAIL MARY, soon to be a major motion picture, with Ryan Gosling attached to star. PROJECT HAIL MARY hits shelves 5/4/21! Pre-order here: https://bit.ly/31Ba2gU

Coming 9/8, Toni Jensen's powerful, poetic memoir about what it means to exist as an indigenous woman in America, told in snapshots of the her encounters with gun violence. CARRY reminds us that surviving in one’s country is not the same as surviving one’s country.

“In a world stricken with fear and turmoil, Valarie Kaur shows us how to summon our deepest wisdom" (Elizabeth Gilbert). An urgent manifesto and a dramatic memoir of awakening, this is the story of revolutionary love. Out now!

Ernest Cline Ready Player Two

We are excited to reveal Ernest Cline's followup to READY PLAYER ONE! Introducing, READY PLAYER TWO, coming 11/24.

A Harvard freshman becomes obsessed with her schizophrenic brother’s su***de, then she starts hearing voices. "Part mystery, part ghost story, part psychological thriller" THE GHOSTS OF HARVARD "is all entertainment (Jodi Picoult). Out now!

The Resolutions Animated Cover

Happy release day to THE RESOLUTIONS by Brady Hammes! Available today! https://bit.ly/3dcwpgT

Gripping, provocative, heartbreaking, THE FARM pushes to the extremes our thinking on motherhood, money, and merit and raises crucial questions about the trade-offs women will make to fortify their futures and the futures of those they love. Now out in paperback!

Calling Daphne du Maurier fans! IN HER SHADOW is the chilling story of one woman’s desperate desire to be loved and the ghosts that threaten to get in her way, from NYT bestselling author Kristin Miller. Out Tuesday! Learn more at: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566670/in-her-shadow-by-kristin-miller/

We love this video of Glennon Doyle finding out that her new book, UNTAMED, is a Reese Witherspoon book club pick!

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In 1925, Bennett Cerf and Donald Klopfer, two New Yorkers in their mid-twenties, acquired The Modern Library, a stable of classics and contemporary American works. The company assumed the name Random House two years later when Cerf and Klopfer decided to publish a few books on the side, “at random.”

Today Random House is the proud publishing home of the world’s most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators. The Random House portfolio of imprints includes include Ballantine Books, Bantam Dell, Delacorte Press, Del Rey, The Dial Press, Modern Library, One World, Hogarth, Crown, Crown Archetype, Tim Duggan Books, Three Rivers Press, Broadway Books, Convergent, Currency, Crown Forum, Image, WaterBrook, Multnomah, Clarkson Potter, Ten Speed Press, Lorena Jones Books, Watson-Guptill, Ink & Willow, Harmony, Rodale, and, of course, the flagship imprint Random House. This diverse group of imprints publishes original fiction and nonfiction in all formats with the mission to entertain, educate, and inspire readers for generations.