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What happens when the algorithm starts shaping the way we speak? Our October Book of the Month, “Algospeak: How Social M...
10/05/2026

What happens when the algorithm starts shaping the way we speak? Our October Book of the Month, “Algospeak: How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language” by Adam Aleksic (Adam Aleksic), takes a fascinating look at how the internet is changing language in real time, from “brainrot” and viral slang to “-core” aesthetics, emojis, and the ever-evolving vocabulary of social media.

As algorithms continue to influence what we see, say, search, and share, Aleksic explores what these changes reveal about the way we communicate today.

For anyone who has ever wondered why a word suddenly seems to be everywhere, “Algospeak” offers a fascinating look at the language of the internet and where it might be taking us next.

Ready to dive in? Stop by our Book of the Month table, located right at the entrance of our 1400 Mass Ave store, and pick up your copy of “Algospeak.”

From a much-anticipated memoir to a collectible classic, here are a few of the latest titles at The COOP: “This Cursed B...
10/02/2026

From a much-anticipated memoir to a collectible classic, here are a few of the latest titles at The COOP: 

“This Cursed Beautiful Land” by Evan Gershkovich (Evan Gershkovich). The much-anticipated memoir from the Wall Street Journal reporter recounts his nearly 500 days imprisoned in Russia, offering an intimate look at his arrest, life inside Lefortovo prison, and the prisoner swap that ultimately freed him.

“The Vanishing Family” by Robert Kolker (Bob Kolker). From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of “Hidden Valley Road,” this intimate family story follows siblings confronting a rare inherited form of frontotemporal dementia while exploring the scientific search for new treatments.

“The Best Short Stories 2026: The O. Henry Prize Winners” edited by Tommy Orange and Jenny Minton Quigley. This year’s anthology features 20 prizewinning stories selected from thousands published in magazines, with work from writers including Weike Wang, Colm Tóibín, Louise Erdrich, Brandon Taylor, and Kevin Wilson.

“The Nancy Drew Collection” by Carolyn Keene. This deluxe leatherbound edition collects the first four Nancy Drew mysteries and features gilded edges, decorative endpapers, a ribbon bookmark, and an introduction exploring the creation and evolution of the iconic detective.

“The Henchperson’s Guide to Unionizing” by Marshall J. Moore (Marshall Moore). When Igor, Cornelia, and Grimalkin discover they’ve been drawn into their masters’ plan to destroy the world, the unlikely trio must work together to stop them in this hilarious and heartwarming fantasy.

What if reaching your full potential has less to do with how much you already know and more to do with your willingness ...
09/30/2026

What if reaching your full potential has less to do with how much you already know and more to do with your willingness to rethink, learn, and grow?

Author, organizational psychologist, and Wharton professor Adam Grant has written two bestselling books that offer a thoughtful guide to approaching growth with a more open mind, a willingness to learn, and a greater belief in what’s possible:

“Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know.”Explore the power of rethinking by questioning assumptions, embracing intellectual humility, and staying curious about what we don’t know. It’s a reminder that knowing when to change your mind can be just as valuable as knowing what to think.

“Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things.” Challenge the idea that success is determined by innate talent and discover how character, learning, and opportunity can help us develop our abilities and achieve more than we might expect.

Excited for Adam Grant’s highly anticipated new book, “VIBE”? Join The COOP on October 29 at Sanders Theatre for an evening with Grant as he discusses the science of human connection and how we can build stronger relationships and more vibrant communities.

Tickets are available through the link in bio.

Last week, we welcomed MJ Corey (), creator of , to The COOP for a conversation about her new book, “Dekonstructing the ...
09/29/2026

Last week, we welcomed MJ Corey (), creator of , to The COOP for a conversation about her new book, “Dekonstructing the Kardashians,” alongside .in.Boston.

From reality TV and tabloids to Instagram and TikTok, Corey discussed how the Kardashians didn’t just adapt to changing media, they helped shape it. We talked about Kim Kardashian’s blueprint for building a brand by looking not just at one icon, but at all of them, the family’s talent for reinventing themselves, and Corey’s prediction that Kim could one day run for president.

Because if there’s one thing the Kardashians understand, it’s how to make sure they’re remembered in a culture where it’s easier than ever to be forgotten.

Want to dig deeper? Signed copies of “Dekonstructing the Kardashians” are now available at The COOP.

From John Green’s much-anticipated return to fiction to a brand-new Miss Marple mystery, here are five new releases to k...
09/25/2026

From John Green’s much-anticipated return to fiction to a brand-new Miss Marple mystery, here are five new releases to know this week.

“Hollywood Ending” by John Green (John Green). #1 bestselling author John Green’s much-anticipated return to fiction. A behind-the-scenes Hollywood love story about fame, creativity, and finding someone to trust in an untrustworthy world.

“Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel” by Lucy Foley (Lucy Foley) and Agatha Christie (Agatha Christie Ltd). The first Miss Marple mystery since Agatha Christie’s final novel in 1976, and the only one ever authorized by the Christie estate. When a body is discovered at a luxurious Swiss Alps hotel, Miss Marple must uncover the killer before they strike again.

“Actually, Nevermind” by Taylor Tomlinson (Taylor Tomlinson). The comedian’s sharply funny and deeply honest debut collection of essays. Tomlinson reflects on changing her mind, embracing nuance, and rethinking the beliefs she once held with certainty.

“Mazywood” by Tananarive Due (Tananarive Due). From the award-winning author of “The Reformatory,” this literary thriller blends the present day with Hollywood’s Golden Age. A filmmaker returning to his grandmother’s California retreat uncovers a decades-old legacy of secrets, rage, and terror.

“Redwood” by Ben Macintyre. From the bestselling author of “The Spy and the Traitor,” based on never-before-seen archival material and revealing interviews. This true-life Cold War thriller follows a Soviet double agent whose desperate defection sets off a high-stakes race with the fate of millions hanging in the balance.

09/23/2026

Walking by our Harvard Square store and wondering what’s happening on the windows? 👀

Come play! September 24 + 25, we’re turning our display windows into a giant canvas and inviting you to add your own touch.

Our artist-in-residence, , is back with her latest iteration of “For the Love of Nature & Literature,” and this time, she wants you in on it.

See Pollen or by the windows? Say hi, grab a window marker, and join them. Doodle, draw, write, let your inner child out.

And don’t worry about making it perfect. At the start of each day, we’ll clear the windows and make room for a whole new round of creativity.

Come leave your mark on The COOP!

   

From the bestselling author of “Practical Magic,” Alice Hoffman’s latest spellbinding story is set right here in Cambrid...
09/23/2026

From the bestselling author of “Practical Magic,” Alice Hoffman’s latest spellbinding story is set right here in Cambridge.

In “The Witches of Cambridge,” Hoffman (Alice Hoffman) transports readers to 1950s Cambridge, where two young women at Radcliffe College are drawn into the Lilith Society, a secret organization of witches whose legacy reaches back to colonial New England.

As Ava and Lauren discover their own power, they must navigate friendship, love, and a dangerous time in American history, while a series of mysterious disappearances suggests the witch trials of the past may not be so far behind.

Discover “The Witches of Cambridge” by Alice Hoffman, now available at The COOP.

and have officially landed at The COOP.For the U.S. debut of “Three in a Row,” their third collaboration, our Harvard ...
09/20/2026

and have officially landed at The COOP.

For the U.S. debut of “Three in a Row,” their third collaboration, our Harvard Square location was the perfect setting for the two Italian brands to launch their reinterpretation of collegiate style through a distinctly Italian lens. With roots in Ivy style and a bookstore legacy dating back to 1882, The COOP sets the stage for the two-day experience featuring vintage furniture, classic campus details and an espresso-to-go station.

Join us for day two until 6 PM to explore the new capsule before the pop-up wraps and “Three in a Row” continues on to Milan for its next stop.

SEPT. 20
10AM–6PM

The COOP
Harvard Square

From its inception by two Harvard students in 1882, The COOP has been inextricably connected to Ivy style and collegiate...
09/17/2026

From its inception by two Harvard students in 1882, The COOP has been inextricably connected to Ivy style and collegiate culture.

Now, that history comes into the present as we welcome and to The COOP to introduce “Three in a Row,” a new capsule inspired by the codes, spirit and individuality of college culture, in a setting that feels especially fitting.

From Ivy style to the way we experience fashion and culture today, it’s another chapter in our story as we look toward the next 144 years.

SEPT. 19
10AM–8PM

SEPT. 20
10AM–6PM

The COOP
Harvard Square

Five new releases, five very different ways to think about success, science, reality, democracy, and what comes next.“F*...
09/17/2026

Five new releases, five very different ways to think about success, science, reality, democracy, and what comes next.

“F*ck Failure” by benny blanco (benny blanco). Grammy Award-winning producer, artist, actor, and New York Times bestselling author benny blanco turns his own experiences with failure into an unconventional guide to taking risks, embracing mistakes, and finding success on the other side of them.

“Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body” by Andrew D. Huberman, PhD (Andrew Huberman, Ph.D.). Neuroscientist, Stanford professor, and host of the Huberman Lab podcast Andrew Huberman translates decades of research into practical protocols for improving sleep, focus, mood, physical health, and performance.

“I Choose My Beginning: A Story of Courage and Activism” by Nadia Murad (Nadia Murad) with Jenna Krajeski. With a foreword by Gloria Steinem, the Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and human rights activist revisits her journey from ISIS captivity to global advocacy, reflecting on survival, healing, freedom, and building a life defined by more than what happened to her.

“On the Equality of All Things: Lessons on Physics and Philosophy” by Carlo Rovelli (Carlo Rovelli). The internationally acclaimed theoretical physicist and bestselling author explores the boundaries between physics and philosophy, challenging how we understand time, knowledge, existence, and our place in the universe.

“The Hard Path to Unity: Why We Must Reform the Left to Rescue Democracy” by Barney Frank. In his final book, former Massachusetts Congressman and House Financial Services Committee chair Barney Frank examines the forces behind the rise of populism and considers how liberal democracies might rebuild trust and support.

Discover the latest releases at the COOP.

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