The week's bestselling books, March 16

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, March 16, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.
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Book excerpt: "The Antidote" by Karen Russell
The bestselling author of "Swamplandia!" and "Vampires in the Lemon Grove" returns with a Nebraska Dust Bowl-era tale of a prairie witch, who stores the memories that townsfolk don't want to carry.CBS News - 3d -
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (March 9)
The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his picks for the best new titles among fiction and non-fiction releases.CBS News - 3d -
Bestselling author: This simple routine helps me feel happy and energized when I'm tired from work—I do it 'every week'
Mel Robbins says her 7-step, weekly reset can help you get rid of the Sunday scaries and feel fulfilled. Here's how to do it.CNBC - 4d -
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Dylan Mulvaney's tell-all book and Netflix thriller Adolescence: What's coming out this week?
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Champions League round of 16 scenarios: What Liverpool, Real Madrid, Barca, Arsenal, PSG need to advance
Second-leg matches will take place on March 11 and 12CBS Sports - 2d -
March Madness: There are 4 NCAA tournament favorites ahead of conference tourney week
Auburn and Duke have the best odds to win the 2025 national title. Will they meet in the Final Four?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
How to watch 2025 Big Ten Men’s Basketball tournament: Schedule, bracket, streaming info, results
The 2025 Big Ten Men's Basketball tournament runs from Wednesday, March 12, through Sunday, March 16. Stream the first round on Peacock.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Noteworthy new books on economics
Why advanced economies are struggling to build; how Britain can boost growth; plus books on inequality and povertyFinancial Times - 2d
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