Barbara Howar, Irreverent Memoirist of Washington Society, Dies at 89
She was already a prominent hostess in the nation’s capital when her uninhibited, best-selling 1973 memoir, “Laughing All the Way,” made her a star.
On Biden’s Exit, Pelosi Says She Was Driven by Need to Defeat Trump
A new book by the former speaker details her clashes with the former president, but it was written before her most recent exercise of political might: helping persuade President Biden to end his re-election bid.
The Author of ‘Red, White and Royal Blue’ Is Back, With More Spice and No Shame
Casey McQuiston’s debut proved that queer romance can be a hit. In their latest novel, “The Pairing,” sex doesn’t only sell; it’s also “beautiful and really soul affirming.”
Book Review: ‘Beautiful Days,’ by Zach Williams
Zach Williams makes his impressive debut with an unnerving and surreal collection of stories.
Book Review: ‘Circle of Hope,’ by Eliza Griswold
In her new book, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Eliza Griswold chronicles the fate of an idealistic congregation fractured by internal divisions.
Artists and Activists Both Have a Role. But Not the Same One.
As the literary world is roiled by fights over politics and war, are we losing sight of the writer’s purpose?
Poetry Review: ‘Scattered Snows, to the North,’ by Carl Phillips
In his latest collection, the Pulitzer winner Carl Phillips relies on sinuous language to evoke love, heartache and the passing of the years.
Book Review: ‘The Bookshop,’ by Evan Friss
“People feel differently about their bookstore than they do about their grocery store or electronics store,” writes Evan Friss, in praise of a retail ritual battered by the internet.
Book Review: ‘Paris 1944,’ by Patrick Bishop
In “Paris 1944,” Patrick Bishop tells the story of the German occupation during World War II, with equal attention to French resisters and collaborators.
Alexander Waugh, Literary Scion of a Literary Dynasty, Dies at 60
The brother, son and grandson of famous English writers, he carved out his own space as a composer, critic, columnist and historian.
I Thought I Disliked These Authors. I Was Happy to Be Wrong.
Italo Calvino? Not so bad! May Sarton? Pretty good!
A.O. Scott on the Origins and Influence of ‘Harold and the Purple Crayon’
Before there was a feature film or a book, there was Crockett Johnson.
3 Edge-of-Your-Seat New Thrillers
Our columnist on three terrific new books.
Two New Musicals Poke at the Seamy Underbelly of the American Dream
Kristin Chenoweth stars in “The Queen of Versailles” in Boston, while a new “Gatsby” musical in Cambridge takes Myrtle seriously.
Sarah Jessica Parker on Her Life in Publishing
Since 2016, the renowned actress has also worked in publishing, bringing her name and love of books to imprints at two companies. In this episode, she discusses what that work has meant to her.
Book Review: ‘Mama in the Moon,’ by Doreen Cronin, and ‘Sometimes We Fall,’ by Randall de Sève
In a world worth exploring, our reviewer argues, an occasional spill is the price of admission.
Book Review: ‘Unspeakable Home,’ by Ismet Prcic
In “Unspeakable Home,” Ismet Prcic writes about a broken writer named Izzy Prcic, who is working on a book about his immigration, displacement and life struggles.
Book Review: ‘Hum,’ by Helen Phillips
In Helen Phillips’s near-future novel, “Hum,” a family’s dream vacation away from technology devolves into a misadventure with major consequences.
6 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
From Harlem to Selma to Paris, James Baldwin’s Life in Pictures
An exploration of the long arc of Baldwin’s career, on what would have been the 100th birthday of the author of “Giovanni’s Room” and “The Fire Next Time.”
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