The Report: May 18, 2026
In this edition of The Report, we meet a dog who redefines what it means to be brave; an author revisits her childhood in Alexandria via fiction; and we savor first lines from our four BookLife Prize finalists.
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BookLife Opportunities
- Call for Submissions: Indie Spotlight: Our June Indie Spotlight will feature mystery, thriller, and true crime! To submit your book, email booklife@booklife.com with the subject line: "Indie Spotlight: Mystery, Thriller, True Crime." Include your book name, author name, and a personal statement (written in first-person).
- Free BookLife Editorial Features for Indie Authors: Standing out isn’t easy for self-published authors. BookLife’s editorial features provide visibility and credibility—at no cost. Check out the opportunities!
- Write for BookLife!: We're currently looking for pitches from the BookLife community concerning craft, self-publishing, marketing, and other editorial topics. With the subject line "BookLife Pitch," please write to booklife@booklife.com with your article idea and a brief bio.

From the Shelves: BookLife Titles on Our Radar
- 'A New Chapter at Midnight' by E.W. Andersen: Andersen follows Booked at Midnight with this magically laced story of family legacy, honesty, and the risk that comes with letting people you love fully into your life.
- 'The Bird Caper' by Pannell & Sigfusson: Blending everyday coming-of-age challenges with an entertaining mystery plot, Pannell and Sigfusson launch their lively middle grade series, The Crow’s Tales, by upending the routine of nine-year-old bird lover Brandon Woodberry.