The 37 Best New Books Coming This SpringSpring 2025 offers a diverse selection of fresh books across genres, highlighting prominent and breakout authors addressing contemporary themes.
The 10 Best Fiction and Nonfiction Books Coming Soon |Suzanne Collins returns with a prequel to 'The Hunger Games,' focusing on propaganda and power dynamics.Abdulrazak Gurnah's new novel explores changing social landscapes in Tanzania.Emma Pattee's thriller highlights critical life choices during a catastrophic event.Liz Pelly critiques Spotify's role in transforming music listening and its impact on artists.
The history of overhyped tech, and a chilling new graphic novel from Charles BurnsRichard Powers' 'Playground' explores the balance between nature and technology through unique friendships set on a remote island.
What to read this week: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens and I Was a Teenage SlasherExploring unique perspectives in fiction, nonfiction, and comics: from a slasher's point of view, plant intelligence, and a care facility for paranormal beings.
Here Are the Finalists for the 2024 National Book AwardThis year's National Book Award finalists represent a rich diversity in literature, featuring significant works across multiple genres addressing complex social themes.
20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to readExciting upcoming fiction and nonfiction books for summer reading are recommended by book critics with diverse preferences and interests.
The 37 Best New Books Coming This SpringSpring 2025 offers a diverse selection of fresh books across genres, highlighting prominent and breakout authors addressing contemporary themes.
The 10 Best Fiction and Nonfiction Books Coming Soon |Suzanne Collins returns with a prequel to 'The Hunger Games,' focusing on propaganda and power dynamics.Abdulrazak Gurnah's new novel explores changing social landscapes in Tanzania.Emma Pattee's thriller highlights critical life choices during a catastrophic event.Liz Pelly critiques Spotify's role in transforming music listening and its impact on artists.
The history of overhyped tech, and a chilling new graphic novel from Charles BurnsRichard Powers' 'Playground' explores the balance between nature and technology through unique friendships set on a remote island.
What to read this week: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens and I Was a Teenage SlasherExploring unique perspectives in fiction, nonfiction, and comics: from a slasher's point of view, plant intelligence, and a care facility for paranormal beings.
Here Are the Finalists for the 2024 National Book AwardThis year's National Book Award finalists represent a rich diversity in literature, featuring significant works across multiple genres addressing complex social themes.
20 new books hitting shelves this summer that our critics can't wait to readExciting upcoming fiction and nonfiction books for summer reading are recommended by book critics with diverse preferences and interests.
"One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This" Is Not About Gaza; It's About UsOmar El Akkad's new book critiques hypocrisy and the performative nature of caring amidst global conflicts.
Nathan Thrall on the art of immersing readers in nonfiction writingNathan Thrall's nonfiction book blurs the lines with fiction, prompting crucial discussions about the ethics and craft of writing nonfiction.
Author of 'Boston Strong' to take on Karen Read case in new bookDave Wedge's 'Cop Town' investigates the Karen Read murder case, blending scandal, corruption, and the controversial mistrial in a gripping nonfiction narrative.
Scientific American's 10 Most Anticipated Microhistories'Coming Out in 2025Microhistories offer insights into larger questions through focused narratives, making reading an impactful and enjoyable experience.
These Are Local Libraries' Most Borrowed Books of 2024 - Washingtonian2024 was a standout year for libraries, with historical fiction and nonfiction like 'Killers of the Flower Moon' leading circulation.
The 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024The best nonfiction books of 2024 explore themes of grief and survival through personal narratives that connect universally.
Truman Capote, the boy who left home through the front doorTruman Capote's life and work exemplify the interplay of personal struggles and literary ambition, notably marked by his groundbreaking nonfiction novel 'In Cold Blood'.
Patrick Radden Keefe on Taking Say Nothing' From Acclaimed Book to TV ShowNick Hornby lauded 'Say Nothing' as a literary masterpiece, spotlighting its impactful narrative on Northern Ireland's history.
Review: Two new books raise big concerns about innocent men in U.S. prisonsThe criminal justice system often wrongfully convicts innocent individuals, leading to devastating consequences.
Memoirs Are Almost Impossible to Sell | The WalrusThe New York Times' '100 Best Books' list emphasizes literary fiction, with limited representation of memoirs compared to nonfiction and journalism.
15 Best Nonfiction Books To Read Yourself Or Give As Gifts, None Of Them Memoirs Or About PoliticsThe article presents a curated list of 15 engaging nonfiction books, prioritizing general interest over memoirs and politics for holiday gifting.
The 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024The best nonfiction books of 2024 explore themes of grief and survival through personal narratives that connect universally.
Truman Capote, the boy who left home through the front doorTruman Capote's life and work exemplify the interplay of personal struggles and literary ambition, notably marked by his groundbreaking nonfiction novel 'In Cold Blood'.
Patrick Radden Keefe on Taking Say Nothing' From Acclaimed Book to TV ShowNick Hornby lauded 'Say Nothing' as a literary masterpiece, spotlighting its impactful narrative on Northern Ireland's history.
Review: Two new books raise big concerns about innocent men in U.S. prisonsThe criminal justice system often wrongfully convicts innocent individuals, leading to devastating consequences.
Memoirs Are Almost Impossible to Sell | The WalrusThe New York Times' '100 Best Books' list emphasizes literary fiction, with limited representation of memoirs compared to nonfiction and journalism.
15 Best Nonfiction Books To Read Yourself Or Give As Gifts, None Of Them Memoirs Or About PoliticsThe article presents a curated list of 15 engaging nonfiction books, prioritizing general interest over memoirs and politics for holiday gifting.
10 Biographies and Memoirs for the Nonfiction Reader in Your LifeThe article suggests nonfiction biographies and memoirs as ideal gifts for loved ones, highlighting notable titles from NPR's year-end reading guide.
A baker's dozen of new books with Berkeley ties to read this springMemoirs with humor and serious subjects dominate local author's Spring nonfiction releases.
10 Biographies and Memoirs for the Nonfiction Reader in Your LifeThe article suggests nonfiction biographies and memoirs as ideal gifts for loved ones, highlighting notable titles from NPR's year-end reading guide.
A baker's dozen of new books with Berkeley ties to read this springMemoirs with humor and serious subjects dominate local author's Spring nonfiction releases.
Children's and teens roundup the best new picture books and novelsThe article showcases five illustrated children's books, emphasizing their unique themes, illustrations, and educational value.
Salman Rushdie's knife attack memoir longlisted for Baillie Gifford prizeSalman Rushdie's memoir Knife, detailing his attack and recovery, is longlisted for the 2024 Baillie Gifford prize for nonfiction.
Richard Flanagan wins Baillie Gifford nonfiction prize with astonishing' Question 7Richard Flanagan's 'Question 7' won the Baillie Gifford prize for nonfiction, making him the first author to win both this and the Booker prize.
Salman Rushdie's knife attack memoir longlisted for Baillie Gifford prizeSalman Rushdie's memoir Knife, detailing his attack and recovery, is longlisted for the 2024 Baillie Gifford prize for nonfiction.
Richard Flanagan wins Baillie Gifford nonfiction prize with astonishing' Question 7Richard Flanagan's 'Question 7' won the Baillie Gifford prize for nonfiction, making him the first author to win both this and the Booker prize.
She gave me the chance that became my life': Jeanette Winterson on her first editor, Philippa BrewsterPhilippa Brewster launched Pandora Press to fill a niche in nonfiction publishing during a pivotal time for women's voices in literature.
HarperCollins to allow tech firms to use its books to train AI modelsHarperCollins will allow select nonfiction titles for AI training, with authors' permission.
She gave me the chance that became my life': Jeanette Winterson on her first editor, Philippa BrewsterPhilippa Brewster launched Pandora Press to fill a niche in nonfiction publishing during a pivotal time for women's voices in literature.
HarperCollins to allow tech firms to use its books to train AI modelsHarperCollins will allow select nonfiction titles for AI training, with authors' permission.
I've dealt with anti-hillbilly bigotry all my life': Barbara Kingsolver on JD Vance, the real Appalachia and why Demon Copperhead was such a hitBarbara Kingsolver's early nonfiction work, 'Holding the Line,' was crucial in shaping her narrative voice, despite initial struggles to publish it.
Yepoka Yeebo takes home 2024 Jhalak prize for writers of colourYepoka Yeebo won the 2024 Jhalak prize for her nonfiction book 'Anansi's Gold' about a Ghanaian con artist.
Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this yearDiverse nonfiction recommendations from NPR's newsroom for summer reading.
Thunderclap by Laura Cumming audiobook review the golden age of Dutch artThrough 'Thunderclap,' Laura Cumming explores the life of painter Carel Fabritius and intertwines it with her own story, reflecting on art, life, and sudden death.
Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this yearDiverse nonfiction recommendations from NPR's newsroom for summer reading.
Thunderclap by Laura Cumming audiobook review the golden age of Dutch artThrough 'Thunderclap,' Laura Cumming explores the life of painter Carel Fabritius and intertwines it with her own story, reflecting on art, life, and sudden death.
Doubleday to Publish New Nonfiction from John GrishamDoubleday to publish John Grisham's new nonfiction book Framed on October 8Book will have a first printing of 1,500,000 copies and will be available in multiple formats
The Longform Episodes We Won't ForgetLongform podcast to conclude after an extensive run, leaving behind a remarkable archive of interviews with various nonfiction professionals.