The fiction, nonfiction, and poetry that entertained and enlightened us This project is led by Lucy Feldman and Annabel Gutterman, with writing by Judy Berman, Shannon Carlin, Eliana Dockterman ...

The latest from the chronicler of urban grit known for “Lush Life” and “Clockers” — as well as writing on “The Wire” TV series — is set in 2008 in East Harlem, where a five-story ...

The turbulent and troubled life of Vivien Leigh comes to light in Lyndsy Spence's new book. Ysenda Maxtone Graham discovers the mental turmoil the actress battled with. How could a cocky blond 20 ...

By Dave Kim The celebrity chef’s second children’s book, “Billy and the Epic Escape,” faced accusations that it stereotyped First Nations people in Australia. By Ali Watkins Suggested ...

By Wilson Wong In his latest book, the Rolling Stone writer David Browne tracks three decades of folk, blues, rock and jazz below 14th Street. By Peter Keepnews Our critic A.O. Scott walks you ...

The nine-book series, was originally published in 2011, and adapted into a hit TV show The Expanse, which adapted six out of the nine books in the series. Who should read: Readers who are ...

November 7, 2024 • With 23 short essays on creatures ranging from the wombat to the spider, Katherine Rundell's new book is essential reading for anyone whose wonder could use a jumpstart.

It’s time to check in: How’s the year in books coming along for you, dear reader? As we approach the conclusion of 2024, we’re enjoying an embarrassment of literary riches—and now we’re ...

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Penny’s 19th installment in the beloved Gamache series is a particularly haunting and relevant mystery novel.