Book Review: ‘To Smithereens,’ by Rosalyn Drexler
First published in 1972, Rosalyn Drexler’s “To Smithereens” throws two vivid subcultures — and two unlikely lovers — into the ring.
Jim Butcher and His “Dresden Files” Series Have Survived the Darkness
Now in its 25th year, The Dresden Files and its author have survived the darkness, fictional and otherwise.
4 Audiobooks To Listen To Now
Lauren Christensen, an editor at the New York Times Book Review, recommends four of her favorite audiobooks.
Book Review: ‘Class Clown,’ by Dave Barry
The beloved humor columnist looks back on a long career of wit and wisdom in a new memoir.
Book Review: ‘Empire of AI,’ by Karen Hao; ‘The Optimist,’ by Keach Hagey
Two journalists explore the artificial intelligence company OpenAI and present complementary portraits of its notorious co-founder.
Riveting New Psychological Thriller Novels
Our critic on the month’s best releases.
Book Review: ‘Dirty Kitchen,’ by Jill Damatac
In the searing “Dirty Kitchen,” Jill Damatac tells the story of a fight for survival and culture in America.
Book Review: ‘Things in Nature Merely Grow,’ by Yiyun Li
In “Things in Nature Merely Grow,” the novelist Yiyun Li endures the aftermath of unthinkable loss.
2 Books to Bring Key West to Life
A poet’s letters; a collection of reminiscences.
Book Review: ‘The Art Spy,’ by Michelle Young
In “The Art Spy,” Michelle Young shines new light on the heroic French curator Rose Valland.
Book Review: ‘Heart, Be at Peace,’ by Donal Ryan
Donal Ryan’s new novel focuses on a small community trying to leave behind years of economic woes.
Overlooked No More, Walasse Ting, Who Bridged Cultures With Paint and Prose
His style as a poet and artist was informed by his upbringing in Shanghai and his years in Paris. He then joined the Pop-fueled studios of New York.
David Tracy, 86, Theologian Who Rejected Rome’s Supremacy, Dies
The author of influential books and essays, he was known for a contemporary theory of religion and Catholicism that advocated dialogue, not decrees.
What Ron Chernow Loves About Mark Twain
The Pulitzer-winning presidential biographer discusses his new book about the life of a literary founding father.
Yiyun Li’s New Book Is No Ordinary Grief Memoir
Only by writing could the acclaimed novelist Yiyun Li grapple with the suicides of her two sons. But her new book is no ordinary grief memoir.
Book Review: ‘Who Knew,’ by Barry Diller
Beyond disclosures about his sexuality and marriage, the media mogul’s memoir mostly serves up goodies for fans of Hollywood name-dropping and infighting.
Book Review: ‘Malcolm Lives! The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers,’ by Ibram X. Kendi
The National Book Award-winning author teaches young readers a political philosophy that many adults still fail to appreciate.
Book Review: ‘Apple in China,’ by Patrick McGee
In “Apple in China,” Patrick McGee argues that by training an army of manufacturers in a “ruthless authoritarian state,” the company has created an existential vulnerability for the entire world.
6 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
He Oversees Père-Lachaise Cemetery, and Lives There, Too.
In a new book, Benoît Gallot explains what it takes to run Père-Lachaise, where he lives with his wife, children and, he insists, no ghosts.
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