Where Lonely Refugees Learn English From Daytime Soaps
“How to Pronounce Knife,” a debut story collection by Souvankham Thammavongsa, features dislocated characters forced to reinvent their lives in unnamed North American cities.
New & Noteworthy Audiobooks, From Betsey Johnson to Pot in San Francisco
A selection of recent audiobooks of interest; plus, a peek at what our colleagues around the newsroom are reading.
Who Is Really Running the Government?
With his new book, “In Deep,” David Rohde argues that there is no “deep state,” but that Donald Trump may be creating one of his own.
In a New Collection of Old Stories, Madeleine L’Engle Is Back
This posthumous collection shows the evolution of one of the world’s most beloved writers.
Ever Wonder 'What It's Like To Be A Bird'? David Allen Sibley Has Some Answers
David Allen Sibley's name is synonymous with his bird field guides. In researching this volume, he became convinced of something new: Birds make complex decisions and experience emotions.
(Image credit: David Allen Sibley/Knopf)
Can’t Sleep? Let Stephen King Keep You Company
His latest book, the novella collection “If It Bleeds,” offers the familiar unsettling pleasures.
'Apsara Engine' Doesn't Break The Graphic Novel Rules — It Ignores Them
Bishakh Som's new comics collection is uncanny and hard to categorize — science-fictiony, mythic and humanistic, without making any particular assumptions about where humans as a species are going.
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From Missing Persons to Mistaken Identities, Books About Seeing and Being Seen
Slices of young adult life, from Monica Hesse (“They Went Left”), Ismée Williams (“This Train Is Being Held”), George M. Johnson (“All Boys Aren’t Blue”) and Meredith Tate (“The Last Confession of Autumn Casterly”).
‘Man of My Time,’ by Dalia Sofer: An Excerpt
An excerpt from “Man of My Time,” by Dalia Sofer
Samantha Irby Talks About ‘Wow, No Thank You’
Irby discusses her new essay collection, and Jon Meacham on three books about leadership during times of crisis.
The Scenes of the Crimes: Landfalls, Stadiums and Creepy Blogs
In her latest crime fiction column, Marilyn Stasio travels to some decidedly strange places.
Instagram Allowed For Truth To Be Crafted, Despite 'No Filter' Options
Bloomberg reporter Sarah Frier's new book is a vibrant play-by-play of how Instagram reached its high level of influence through the business of manufacturing coolness.
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Three Views of Donald Trump
New books on the Trump administration offer varying assessments of the president, drawn from many different sources.
Comics That Stare Into the Face of Terror and Loneliness
In her latest Graphic Content column, Hillary Chute looks at emotionally stirring graphic novels from Cambodia and Japan.
New in Paperback: ‘Everything in Its Place’ and ‘The Island of Sea Women’
Six new paperbacks to check out this week.
12 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
Camus’s Inoculation Against Hate
Writing “The Plague” during the decimation of World War II, Albert Camus used disease as a metaphor for war — but also for war’s remedy.
For Loretta Lynn, Books Are ‘Friends That Keep Me Company’
“I used to read on the tour bus to keep from missing my family,” says the country music star. “Now I read at night. I live way out and it gets real quiet.”
Alicia Keys Can Now Add ‘Best-Selling Author’ to Her Résumé
The singer’s latest hit is “Underdog.” Her memoir proves she is anything but one.
A Story Of Hero Worship And Connection Runs Through 'What Is The Grass?'
Acclaimed poet Mark Doty's memoir is not only an exaltation of America's troubadour, Walt Whitman, but also a celebration of gay manhood, queerness, and the power and elasticity of poetry.
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