Interview: Jean Hanff Korelitz on ‘The Sequel' and Her Reading Life
A novel within a novel fueled her hit thriller, “The Plot.” Keeping the stories straight was even harder for “The Sequel.”
How Uvalde’s Newspaper Kept Going, Despite Unimaginable Loss
Craig Garnett, the publisher of The Uvalde Leader-News, opens up about covering a tragedy that was — and is — too close to home.
Book Review: ‘Letters,’ by Oliver Sacks
A new collection of personal letters tracks the neurologist’s raucous self-discovery and venerable career.
Best Fantasy Books to Read When You Want to Escape
Immersive novels by Leigh Bardugo, Madeline Miller, Brian Jacques and more offer thrilling adventures in richly imagined realms.
A French Veterinary Psychiatrist Puts Cats on the Couch
In “The Interpretation of Cats,” Claude Béata helps explain the inscrutable behavior of our feline companions.
Bookstores Are Setting Up Readers on ‘Blind Dates’ With Books
Bookstores say customers love “Blind Date With a Book,” which masks a book’s real cover and lets readers discover what’s inside.
Book Review: ‘Carson the Magnificent,’ by Bill Zehme with Mike Thomas
Johnny Carson dominated late-night television for decades, but closely guarded his privacy. Bill Zehme’s biography, “Carson the Magnificent,” tries to break through.
Molly on 2 Alternatives to Certain Current Events
An underground party memoir; an argument for nonhuman life.
How the Moleskine Notebook Became an Essential Creative Tool
A new history by Roland Allen uncovers the wealth of ideas and invention hidden in the notebooks of Herman Melville, Agatha Christie, Mark Twain and other luminaries.
Book Review: ‘Every Valley,’ by Charles King
John Adams reviews “Every Valley,” Charles King’s new book about the artistic, social and political forces surrounding one of the greatest pieces of music ever created.
Book Club Podcast: ‘Intermezzo,’ by Sally Rooney
Sally Rooney’s new novel explores the relationship between two brothers grieving the death of their father, and follows their complicated love lives with Rooney’s usual panache.
‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’ Book Club Conversation Space: García Márquez Memories
Share your memories of reading García Márquez’s books here.
‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’ Book Club Conversation Space: Spoiler Chat
Want to discuss spoilers related to our November book club selection, “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” by Gabriel García Márquez? Post them here.
‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’ Book Club Conversation Space: Main Discussion
Discuss our November book club selection, “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” by Gabriel García Márquez, with the Book Review.
‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’ Book Club Conversation Space: Chat About Gabriel García Márquez’s Other Books
Looking to discuss García Márquez’s other books? Chat about them here.
Books by Jodi Picoult, John Green and Stephen King Among the Most Banned in Schools
A record number of books were banned in districts across the country during the 2023-2024 school year, according to a free speech organization.
A Sense of Time Wasted (Productively) Anchors October’s Graphic Novels
A maximalist comedy about the interior life, a riff on fatherhood and a return after four decades to a sci-fi classic are all worth close looks this month.
Review: A Vocally Splendid ‘Ragtime’ Raises the Roof
Joshua Henry stars in an exhilarating gala revival of the 1998 musical about nothing less than the harmony and discord of America.
6 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
Sally Rooney and Others Call for Boycott of Israeli Cultural Institutions
Thousands of people, including prize winning writers, signed a letter pledging not to work with “complicit” organizations. Many others opposed the call in a separate letter.
Pages
Search this Site
 |
 |
 |
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
