13 New Books Coming in August
An investigation into the overdose epidemic by Beth Macy; new fiction from Abdulrazak Gurnah, Banana Yoshimoto, Mohsin Hamid and Anthony Marra — and plenty more.
Mohsin Hamid By the Book Interview
“About five years ago, alongside my more contemporary reading, I decided to read from back to front, historically speaking,” says the author, whose new novel is “The Last White Man.” “I began with the Sumerian ‘Instructions of Shuruppak,’ first written in cuneiform on clay tablets around 4,600 years ago.”
Mohsin Hamid By the Book Interview
“About five years ago, alongside my more contemporary reading, I decided to read from back to front, historically speaking,” says the author, whose new novel is “The Last White Man.” “I began with the Sumerian ‘Instructions of Shuruppak,’ first written in cuneiform on clay tablets around 4,600 years ago.”
This Novelist Spun an Existential Question Into a Best Seller
In “The Measure,” Nikki Erlick shows what happens when adults across the globe are presented with the opportunity to learn when they will die.
This Novelist Spun an Existential Question Into a Best Seller
In “The Measure,” Nikki Erlick shows what happens when adults across the globe are presented with the opportunity to learn when they will die.
New Crime Novels
The rot runs deep in George Dawes Green’s long-awaited fourth novel.
New Crime Novels
The rot runs deep in George Dawes Green’s long-awaited fourth novel.
Poem: Summer Terror
This poem subverts expectations right away and contains a peculiarity around every corner.
Cooking Matters for Kids
Open to ages 8-12. Registration required. Learn to make yummy, healthy treats as The Community Food Bank of New Jersey introduces basic cooking and nutritional skills in a series of six classes. Please notify staff of any food allergies. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Oceans of Possibilities: End of Summer Party
Open to all Summer Reading Program participants. Registration required. Turn in your reading logs & celebrate the end of our
Summer Reading Program with fun games, snacks & prizes. Please advise staff of any food allergies. Sponsored by
the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
The Life and Death of Daniel Auster, a Son of Literary Brooklyn
Memorably depicted in his father’s books, he struggled with drug addiction through a life that put him close to a notorious murder and came to an end in a family tragedy.
An Empathetic Account of the Complexity After Apartheid
In “The Inheritors,” Eve Fairbanks writes about South Africa’s racial reckoning through intimate portraits of those involved.
New Romance Novels
Our romance columnist found much to like in the latest crop of summer novels.
New Romance Novels
Our romance columnist found much to like in the latest crop of summer novels.
Newly Published, From Teen Witches to Critical Race Theory
A selection of books published this week.
Newly Published, From Teen Witches to Critical Race Theory
A selection of books published this week.
New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers: July 31, 2022
An up-to-date list of the New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers. Weekly.
Delivered: 7/26/2022 9:00:00 PM
Delivered: 7/26/2022 9:00:00 PM
Playdate at the Library
Open to ages 6-36 months. Registration required. Enjoy stories, rhymes & songs designed to develop early literacy skills with your little one. Guardians must remain present.
LEGO Contest Awards Ceremony
Open to all. Registration required. Come check out the amazing LEGO projects created by our contest participants and cheer them on as we announce this year's winners. Guardians must remain present. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
New York Times Fiction Bestsellers: July 31, 2022
An up-to-date list of the New York Times Fiction Bestsellers. Weekly.
Delivered: 7/26/2022 8:00:00 PM
Delivered: 7/26/2022 8:00:00 PM
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