Judd Apatow brings the laughs, Nicolas Cage gets his due and more of this week's must-read books - USA TODAY

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In search of something good to read? USA TODAY's Barbara VanDenburgh scopes out the shelves for this week’s hottest new book releases. All books are on sale Tuesday.

1. "Sicker in the Head: More Conversations About Life and Comedy," by Judd Apatow (Random House, nonfiction)

What it's about: Longtime comedian, director, producer and screenwriter Apatow ("The 40-Year-Old Virgin," "The King of Staten Island") releases a new collection of hilarious and enlightening conversations with the biggest names in comedy, including John Mulaney, David Letterman, Hannah Gadsby and Pete Davidson.

The buzz: "More hilarity and heart courtesy of a distinguished collection of seasoned performers," says Kirkus Reviews.

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2. "Age of Cage: Four Decades of Hollywood Through One Singular Career," by Keith Phipps (Henry Holt and Co., nonfiction)

What it's about: Film critic Phipps draws a portrait of enigmatic and surprising actor Nicolas Cage with this deep dive into his rich filmography spanning four decades.

The buzz: "Cage’s legions of devotees are in for a wild ride," says Publishers Weekly.

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3. "What Happened to the Bennetts," by Lisa Scottoline (G.P. Putnam’s Sons, fiction)

What it's about: Court reporter Jason Bennett leads an incredibly normal suburban life until an attempted carjacking turns it upside down and lands his family in the crosshairs of a dangerous drug trafficking organization.

The buzz: A starred review from Kirkus Reviews calls it "A high-octane thriller whose hero is tossed into one impossible situation after another."

4. "All the White Spaces," by Ally Wilkes (Atria/Emily Bestler Books, fiction)

What it's about: The members of an isolated Antarctic expedition led by world-famous explorer James “Australis” Randall in the wake of WWI are hunted by something deadly and mysterious.

The buzz: "Fans of historical horror will be enthralled," says Publishers Weekly.

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5. "The Long Weekend," by Gilly Macmillan (William Morrow, fiction)

What it's about: Three women book a getaway at an isolated retreat far from their everyday problems. But what was supposed to be a relaxing break turns to horror when they discover a note claiming one of their husbands will be murdered. 

The buzz: "Macmillan effectively shifts perspectives in this twisty, complicated puzzle. Readers will enjoy putting together all the pieces," says Publishers Weekly.

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2022-03-26 11:00:43Z

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