8 New Books to Read in December Image Date Thursday, November 30, 2023 - 4:02 AM Description A landmark biography of Ella Fitzgerald, memoirs from David Mamet and Liz Cheney, a new historical novel from Ariel Lawhon and more.
Snapshot of a Year in the Land of Best Sellers Date Thursday, November 30, 2023 - 4:00 AM Description Surprising ascensions, Hollywood migrations and daggers to the art — it’s all part of life at the top.
Two New Books Consider Comedy and the Culture Wars Image Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 1:11 PM Description The authors of “Comedy Book” and “Outrageous” argue that culture-war worries about what’s a laughing matter have been overplayed.
Suleika Jaouad Revisits Bone Marrow Transplant in “American Symphony” Image Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 11:36 AM Description This month, writer Suleika Jaouad revisits her second bone marrow transplant in the documentary “American Symphony.”
Kids’ Books That Don’t Ignore the Dark Side of Life Image Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 11:22 AM Description It would be tempting to allow my son to believe in a world that will never betray him, but I want him to know better.
Young Adult Books with Great Love Triangle Romances Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 9:40 AM Description Adalyn Grace, the author of the “Belladonna” series and the “All the Stars and Teeth” duology, recommends her favorite young adult novels with heroines torn between competing romantic interests.
Book Review: ‘Among Friends,’ edited by Buz Teacher and Janet Bukovinsky Teacher Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 7:52 AM Description “Among Friends” is a history of an industry transformed by consolidation and shifting tastes.
Book Review: ‘Pedro Páramo,’ by Juan Rulfo Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 6:30 AM Description For decades, Juan Rulfo’s novel, “Pedro Páramo,” has cast an uncanny spell on writers. A new translation may bring it broader appeal.
Book Review: ‘Art Monsters,’ by Lauren Elkin Date Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 4:03 AM Description The new book by Lauren Elkin examines artists who’ve defied conventions and expectations, including Carolee Schneemann, Eva Hesse and Kara Walker.
Inside the Best Books of 2023 List Date Tuesday, November 28, 2023 - 1:13 PM Description They’re here!