9 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
Philip Glass’s Piano Etudes: A Diary of an Influential Life
Begun to improve his own technique, piano exercises that Glass wrote over decades are the subject this month of a new book, a concert and dances.
The Eclectic Inspirations for Alan Wake 2’s Surreal Tale
Yes, there is a Stephen King influence. But the video game’s metanarrative was inspired by unorthodox novels, films and plays such as “House of Leaves” and “Fight Club.”
Barbara Kingsolver Takes Stock
One Pulitzer Prize, two book tours, 54 weeks on the best-seller list and many admiring messages later, the author reflects on “Demon Copperhead.”
Book Review: ‘The Bill Gates Problem,’ by Tim Schwab
In “The Bill Gates Problem,” Tim Schwab excoriates the billionaire philanthropist and his foundation.
Book Review: ‘The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens,’ by Helena Kelly
In “The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens,” Helena Kelly revisits the image the author crafted so carefully in his lifetime.
Interview: Tracy K. Smith
“I have a lot of books on near-death experiences, psychic phenomena and past-life regression on my shelves,” says the two-time poet laureate, whose new book is the memoir “To Free the Captives.” “These kinds of books nudge me to remember our world is but one facet of an enormous continuity.”
Justin Torres, Author of ‘Blackouts,’ Wins National Book Award for Fiction
Ned Blackhawk received the nonfiction award, with “The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History.”
7 Relationship Books to Help Couples Build a Stronger Connection
We asked 14 psychologists, counselors and therapists for the titles they recommend to couples.
Book Review: ‘A Woman I Know,’ by Mary Haverstick
In “A Woman I Know,” Mary Haverstick discovers that the subject of her documentary may have once been a key player in Cold War espionage.
Book Review: ‘Milton Friedman,’ by Jennifer Burns
The new book by Jennifer Burns aims to bring fresh complexity to our understanding of the Nobel Prize-winning economist.
Book Review: ‘Living the Beatles Legend,’ by Kenneth Womack
A new biography resuscitates the colorful, tragic life of Mal Evans: roadie, confidant, procurer, cowbell player.
“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.
(Image credit: Penguin Books)
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.
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