“Emily of New Moon”: An Appreciation
L.M. Montgomery’s oft-forgotten novel, which turns 100 this year, is more timely than ever.
'Eyeliner' examines the cosmetic's history as a symbol of strength and protest
Journalist Zahra Hankir draws a line connecting the cosmetic across civilizations, continents, and eras straight into today — as not only a beauty product but as a means of self expression and more.
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The Chief Executive of Hachette Book Group to Step Down
Michael Pietsch will be replaced on Jan. 1 by the chief executive of Hachette UK, who will helm both divisions, bringing them into closer alignment.
Book Review: ‘The New Naturals,’ by Gabriel Bump
In Gabriel Bump’s novel “The New Naturals,” a disillusioned couple start a utopian commune in an underground bunker.
Israel-Hamas War Sows Disruption at the National Book Awards
Two sponsors have withdrawn from the event, planned for Wednesday, after learning that some of the authors involved are planning to call for a cease-fire in the conflict.
Book Review: ‘The Money Kings,’ by Daniel Schulman
In “The Money Kings,” Daniel Schulman tells the story of the Jewish immigrants who came to the United States and helped build America’s modern economic system.
Book Review: ‘We Are Your Soldiers,’ by Alex Rowell
In “We Are Your Soldiers,” Alex Rowell shows how the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser inspired and fostered autocracy among his Arab neighbors in the 20th century and beyond.
Book Review: ‘About Ed,’ by Robert Glück
Robert Glück’s “About Ed” recounts his relationship with the artist Ed Aulerich-Sugai.
Book Review: ‘Network of Lies,’ by Brian Stelter
His book is a thrilling account of the conspiracy to steal the 2020 election, the attack on the Capitol, Tucker Carlson’s defenestration and more.
Claire Keegan's 'stories of women and men' explore what goes wrong between them
Book critic Maureen Corrigan says her only frustration with Keegan's work is that she wants more of it. So she was happy to read her nuanced, three-story collection, So Late in the Day.
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Book Review: ‘Happy,’ by Celina Baljeet Basra
In “Happy,” by Celina Baljeet Basra, a Punjabi farmer with big dreams finds more challenges than opportunity after he emigrates to Europe.
Book Review: ‘Day,’ by Michael Cunningham
Michael Cunningham’s “Day” peeks into the lives of a family on one specific April date across three years as life changes because of Covid and other challenges.
Book Review: ‘Chasing Bright Medusas,’ by Benjamin Taylor
“Chasing Bright Medusas,” a new biography by Benjamin Taylor, aims not to uncover new facts but to provide a concise introduction to the novelist.
David Ferry, Poet and Translator Who Won Acclaim Late in Life, Dies at 99
After nearly 40 years as a professor, he began a new career writing poems and translating classics. He won a National Book Award when he was 86.
Two Stories That Unfold Through Letters
An editor recommends “84, Charing Cross Road” and “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society.”
Book Review: ‘The Book of Ayn,’ by Lexi Freiman
In Lexi Freiman’s “The Book of Ayn,” a canceled novelist drifts from New York parties to L.A. parties to a commune in Greece, spreading the gospel of Ayn Rand.
Book Review: ‘The Manuscripts Club,’ by Christopher de Hamel
The bibliophiles in Christopher de Hamel’s lavishly illustrated book ensured the survival of medieval texts over centuries.
Book Review: ‘Gator Country,’ by Rebecca Renner
In “Gator Country,” Rebecca Renner goes beyond the stereotypes to pay tribute to her beloved Everglades.
Book Review: ‘Broken Code,’ by Jeff Horwitz
Jeff Horwitz’s “Broken Code” draws on 25,000 pages of internal documents to reveal the company’s tumultuous inner workings — and their devastating impact on humanity.
Book Review Podcast: Talking Rebecca Yarros and Barbra Streisand
Alexandra Alter talks about her profile of the best-selling author behind “Fourth Wing” and Alexandra Jacobs discusses her review of “My Name is Barbra.”
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