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What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in October

Mason's 'Missing Person: Alice' is a praised, elegant novel about an investigator's quest.
Minchin's 'Isolation Island' modernizes murder mystery within a reality TV context.
Van der Wouden's 'The Safekeep' features strong character work, post-war themes, and a clever twist on expectation.
The literary world mourns Paul Bailey, known for his complex and humorous characters.
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Portland Book Festival: Joe Wilkins, author of 'The Entire Sky,' on importance of place and 'the mythic years' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Importance of place in shaping identity and storytelling.
Wilkins' novel explores themes of connection to landscape, identity, and finding solace.

Sally Rooney's Taking a Sharp Turn Away From What People Loved About Her Novels. It Works!

Sally Rooney's fourth novel, 'Intermezzo', marks a departure from her previous themes, focusing on the complex relationship between two brothers amid personal upheaval.

From a new Murakami to a memoir by Cher: the best books of the autumn

'Creation Lake' combines thrilling spy narrative with deep philosophical questions on modernity and survival.
Richard Osman's new series brings fresh excitement in crime-solving with an engaging duo on worldwide adventures.
Rumaan Alam's follow-up novel addresses societal inequalities through relatable personal stories.
'Annihilation' reflects on contemporary crises with Houellebecq's trademark wit, expanding the social critique into new emotional territories.

The Uncanny Brilliance of Helen Oyeyemi

Helen Oyeyemi's novels challenge conventional storytelling boundaries, blurring lines between writers, characters, and readers.

Reading as a Sensory Experience

The act of seeing is considered an art form in this novel.
Books can awaken perception and emotions by drawing up scenes through skilled writing.

The Bee Sting's Paul Murray: Climate worry is the unavoidable background for being alive in the 21st century'

Authors should not ignore climate change in their novels according to Paul Murray
Climate change should be considered as an unavoidable background for present-day existence.

Portland Book Festival: Joe Wilkins, author of 'The Entire Sky,' on importance of place and 'the mythic years' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Importance of place in shaping identity and storytelling.
Wilkins' novel explores themes of connection to landscape, identity, and finding solace.

Sally Rooney's Taking a Sharp Turn Away From What People Loved About Her Novels. It Works!

Sally Rooney's fourth novel, 'Intermezzo', marks a departure from her previous themes, focusing on the complex relationship between two brothers amid personal upheaval.

From a new Murakami to a memoir by Cher: the best books of the autumn

'Creation Lake' combines thrilling spy narrative with deep philosophical questions on modernity and survival.
Richard Osman's new series brings fresh excitement in crime-solving with an engaging duo on worldwide adventures.
Rumaan Alam's follow-up novel addresses societal inequalities through relatable personal stories.
'Annihilation' reflects on contemporary crises with Houellebecq's trademark wit, expanding the social critique into new emotional territories.

The Uncanny Brilliance of Helen Oyeyemi

Helen Oyeyemi's novels challenge conventional storytelling boundaries, blurring lines between writers, characters, and readers.

Reading as a Sensory Experience

The act of seeing is considered an art form in this novel.
Books can awaken perception and emotions by drawing up scenes through skilled writing.

The Bee Sting's Paul Murray: Climate worry is the unavoidable background for being alive in the 21st century'

Authors should not ignore climate change in their novels according to Paul Murray
Climate change should be considered as an unavoidable background for present-day existence.
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“Let the writer take up surgery or bricklaying if he is interested in technique.” —William Faulkner https://t.co/rtQDbAjae6

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.

Edwin Frank Looks at What a Novel Can Be

Edwin Frank's nonfiction debut explores the history and evolution of the novel, examining its influence through 33 significant works from the 20th century.

Munichs by David Peace review United in guilt and grief

Peace's novel explores the impact of the Munich air disaster on Manchester United, focusing on themes of duty and resilience.
“I ain’t that particular. Between scotch and nothing, I’ll take scotch.” —William Faulkner https://t.co/rtQDbAjae6

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.

A Vision of England Today, Dark and Rotten

Andrew O'Hagan's new book exemplifies the British state-of-the-nation novel, focusing on diverse characters rather than a singular protagonist.

Here are 16 books VCs are reading this summer

European venture capitalists share diverse reading lists for summer, combining leisure and insights from novels and non-fiction.
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Sarah Manguso: I seem to have hit on a cultural sore spot'

Sarah Manguso has an extensive literary background with an array of works, including memoirs and novels. She explores personal experiences and family history in her writing.

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a variety of new food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One notable release is The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl.

February 2024's Must-Read Book Releases

Stay updated on the latest book releases
Discover new novels, memoirs, and more

The Danish queen who translated Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was not only a pioneer of feminism but also an influential writer in various genres including novels and memoirs.
Her memoirs, collected in two volumes by the Pleiade editorial collection, offer a comprehensive portrait not only of her life but of her entire era.

6 Paperbacks to Read This Week

Discover new summer reads: novels, memoirs, and love stories, including a best-selling novel on gaming and a memoir on U.S.-Mexico border.

Sarah Manguso: I seem to have hit on a cultural sore spot'

Sarah Manguso has an extensive literary background with an array of works, including memoirs and novels. She explores personal experiences and family history in her writing.

The Best Food Books to Read This Spring

Spring brings a variety of new food-related books, from cozy novels to compelling memoirs.
One notable release is The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl.

February 2024's Must-Read Book Releases

Stay updated on the latest book releases
Discover new novels, memoirs, and more

The Danish queen who translated Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was not only a pioneer of feminism but also an influential writer in various genres including novels and memoirs.
Her memoirs, collected in two volumes by the Pleiade editorial collection, offer a comprehensive portrait not only of her life but of her entire era.

6 Paperbacks to Read This Week

Discover new summer reads: novels, memoirs, and love stories, including a best-selling novel on gaming and a memoir on U.S.-Mexico border.
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Five of the best novels about art

Art in novels transcends anxieties, offers new perspectives, and serves as a medium for exploring sociological, historical, and philosophical themes.

The best beach reads are long, dark and difficult - really

Summer beach reads should not necessarily be light and fluffy; opt for longer, more challenging novels instead.

Must-Read Sci-Fi Books About AI to Fill Your Summer Reading List

Explore AI in speculative fiction with captivating novels that push the boundaries of imagination.

Cake or Pie? With Elin Hildebrand " Fire Island News & Great South Bay News

Elin Hildebrand concludes her 24-year run of novels set in Nantucket with 'Swan Song' and embarks on a new writing journey with her daughter.

Andre Alexis Reads "Consolation"

André Alexis is a renowned playwright and fiction writer who has won prestigious literary awards for his novels and story collections.

Deborah Levy: Writing and swimming help each other'

Deborah Levy's novels are known for oddness, dreamlike scenes, and characters haunted by their past.
“A writer needs three things, experience, observation, and imagination.” —William Faulkner https://t.co/rtQDbAjae6

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.
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A guide to Stephen King : Pop Culture Happy Hour

Stephen King is a highly successful writer with over 50 books and numerous film adaptations.
This article revisits Stephen King's career with the 50th anniversary of his first novel, Carrie, being highlighted.

What's your favorite Stephen King book?

Stephen King is a prolific writer with nearly 100 novels and novellas.
Stephen King's first novel, Carrie, celebrates its 50th anniversary on April 5.

A guide to Stephen King : Pop Culture Happy Hour

Stephen King is a highly successful writer with over 50 books and numerous film adaptations.
This article revisits Stephen King's career with the 50th anniversary of his first novel, Carrie, being highlighted.

What's your favorite Stephen King book?

Stephen King is a prolific writer with nearly 100 novels and novellas.
Stephen King's first novel, Carrie, celebrates its 50th anniversary on April 5.
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New Nier Tie-In Books Written By Yoko Taro Releasing This Month

Nier Reincarnation mobile game is shutting down in April, but new Nier content like novels and manga are on the way.
New Nier books, including Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139...: Project Gestalt Recollections--File 02 novel and Yorha: Pearl Harbor Descent Record manga, offer expanded lore.
“There is no such thing as was—only is. If was existed, there would be no grief or sorrow.” —William Faulkner https://t.co/rtQDbAjae6

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.

The Art of Fiction No. 151

Martin Amis is a British author, born on August 25, 1949, in Oxford, England.
Amis began his writing career with book reviews and worked as an editorial assistant before publishing his first novel.

Book Deals: Week of February 12, 2024

Tia Williams sells two new novels to Grand Central
Odd Dot acquires The Fly Fishing Book by Steven Weinberg
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from The Paris Review
8 months ago

The Art of Fiction No. 254

Sigrid Nunez discusses her writing process and the challenges of adapting her books into film.
She is currently working with Pedro Almodóvar on a screenplay based on her latest novel.
from www.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Michael Cunningham: Some people have never forgiven me for not just writing The Hours again'

Michael Cunningham discusses his daily commute to his Greenwich Village studio
Cunningham's best-known novel, The Hours, won a Pulitzer prize and was adapted into a successful film

The Art of Fiction No. 254

Sigrid Nunez discusses her writing process and the challenges of adapting her books into film.
She is currently working with Pedro Almodóvar on a screenplay based on her latest novel.

Michael Cunningham: Some people have never forgiven me for not just writing The Hours again'

Michael Cunningham discusses his daily commute to his Greenwich Village studio
Cunningham's best-known novel, The Hours, won a Pulitzer prize and was adapted into a successful film
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The Art of Fiction No. 249

Arundhati Roy is known for her novels and essays on power, displacement, and democracy.
Her nonfiction essays and novels are interconnected, focusing on similar political themes and questions.

Eight Great Books About Life in Big Cities

Big cities offer opportunities but also loneliness and complexity.
Novels set in cities explore the struggles and choices of characters trying to find their place.

Fred Chappell, Admired but Unsung Writer of the South, Dies at 87

Fred Chappell was a poet, novelist, and critic known for his ability to capture universal themes through his evocations of rural North Carolina.
He was considered the South's premier contemporary person of letters and was influenced by writers such as Faulkner, O'Connor, Warren, and Welty.
“All obsessions are extreme metaphors waiting to be born.” —J. G. Ballard https://t.co/JmstFFrjSR

The Art of Fiction No. 85

A. S. Byatt is a prolific and diverse writer, with a range of interests and influences.
Her novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding its range and ambition.
Byatt's writing combines wide-ranging intellectual exploration with a deep understanding of individual motivations and emotions.

Day by Michael Cunningham; The Vulnerables by Sigrid Nunez review tales from the Covid era

The pandemic has quickly become a subject for fiction, with many authors responding to it in their work.
Two new novels, 'Day' by Michael Cunningham and another novel set in New York, explore contrasting narrative approaches to the pandemic period.

Five of the best postcolonial novels

Literature is not a luxury for Africans; it is a life and death affair as they are fashioning a new man.
Novels have long explored the consequences of colonialism past and present.

Inland by Gerald Murnane review inside the mind of a master

Gerald Murnane's novels are celebrated and he is considered a favorite for the Nobel prize in literature.
Murnane's fourth novel, Inland, is described as his most ambitious, sustained, and powerful piece of writing.

Japan's best-selling living novelist: Haruki Murakami at 75 DW 01/11/2024

Haruki Murakami's novels are known for their quirky characters, love, loss, and a lot of emphasis on sex.
Murakami's international recognition came after a media scandal in Germany, where a debate on a TV talk show led to his novel becoming an overnight bestseller.
“Art has no concern with peace and contentment.” —William Faulkner https://t.co/rtQDbAjae6

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.
“I started writing by doing small related things but not the thing itself, circling it and getting closer.” —Amy Hempel https://t.co/EGOuAIW6Er

The Art of Fiction No. 176

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and expansive mind.
Byatt's novels have been influential in expanding the scope of English fiction.
Her houses reflect her intellectual curiosity and are filled with art and books.

TOM SAVAGE: R.I.P.

Suspense writer Tom Savage has passed away
He was the author of ten suspense novels and his work appeared in various magazines and anthologies

Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward review a plantation hell

Jesmyn Ward's memoir 'Men We Reaped' explores the lives of five men close to her who died prematurely, and her dissatisfaction with her first novel in capturing the realities of young Black people in the South.
Ward's novels, including 'Salvage the Bones' and 'Sing, Unburied, Sing', tackle difficult subjects such as Hurricane Katrina and the challenges faced by impoverished families, while also highlighting the characters' individuality, autonomy, and love despite overwhelming odds.

The best books to give as presents this Christmas

James McBride's novel The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store explores the intersection of the Black and Jewish communities.
Alice McDermott's novel Absolution is a moral masterpiece and one of the finest modern novels the author has read.
Mary Beard recommends Zadie Smith's historical novel The Fraud and a book about 16th-century female artist Lavinia Fontana.
Clive Myrie praises Paul Murray's The Bee Sting and Rory Stewart's Politics on the Edge as insightful and engaging reads.

The Art of Fiction No. 12

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and extensive knowledge.
Byatt's novels have had a significant influence on contemporary English writing.

The Art of Fiction No. 241

Penelope Lively had an interesting childhood growing up in Cairo and later moved to England for boarding school.
Lively is a prolific writer, having written numerous books for children, novels, short stories, and memoirs.

The Art of Fiction No. 176

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and expansive mind.
Byatt's novels have been influential in expanding the scope of English fiction.
Her houses reflect her intellectual curiosity and are filled with art and books.

The Art of Fiction No. 184

A. S. Byatt is a prolific writer known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle complex themes.
Her novels, like Possession, have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing.
Byatt's houses and conversation reflect her diverse interests and expansive mind.

The Art of Poetry No. 94

A.S. Byatt is a prolific writer known for her wide-ranging interests and intelligence.
Byatt's novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the scope and ambition of the genre.

The Art of Fiction No. 118

Wallace Stegner has published numerous novels, short-story collections, nonfiction titles, and edited works throughout his career.
Stegner was known for his environmentalist views and his involvement in conservation efforts.
Despite his success, Stegner remains modest about his achievements and downplays his influence on his students.
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The Art of Fiction No. 230

A. S. Byatt is a prolific writer known for her wide-ranging interests and expansive mind.
Her novels, such as Possession, have had a significant impact on the landscape of English fiction.

The Art of Translation No. 5

A. S. Byatt is a writer who is well-known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to explore various subjects in her works.
Possession by A. S. Byatt has had a significant influence on contemporary English writing, inspiring a new gusto for inquiry and exploration of larger themes.
Byatt's novels combine a formidable scope of mind with an understanding of individual motivation and a skillful portrayal of sexual passion.

The Art of Fiction No. 28

A. S. Byatt's houses reflect her fecundity of mind and wide-ranging interests.
Byatt's novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the scope of fiction and inspiring younger writers.
Byatt's work combines intellectual scope with an understanding of individual motivation and tenderness.

The Art of Fiction No. 135

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and intellectual curiosity.
Byatt's novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the range and ambition of the genre.

The Art of Poetry No. 102

A. S. Byatt is a writer with a wide range of interests, including literature, biology, fine arts, and theoretical preoccupations.
Her novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the range of English fiction and inspiring younger writers.
Byatt combines a broad scope of mind with a deep understanding of individual motivation and an ability to write about both scientific theories and human passion.

The Art of Fiction No. 230

A. S. Byatt is a prolific writer known for her wide-ranging interests and expansive mind.
Her novels, such as Possession, have had a significant impact on the landscape of English fiction.

The Art of Translation No. 5

A. S. Byatt is a writer who is well-known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to explore various subjects in her works.
Possession by A. S. Byatt has had a significant influence on contemporary English writing, inspiring a new gusto for inquiry and exploration of larger themes.
Byatt's novels combine a formidable scope of mind with an understanding of individual motivation and a skillful portrayal of sexual passion.

The Art of Fiction No. 28

A. S. Byatt's houses reflect her fecundity of mind and wide-ranging interests.
Byatt's novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the scope of fiction and inspiring younger writers.
Byatt's work combines intellectual scope with an understanding of individual motivation and tenderness.

The Art of Fiction No. 135

A. S. Byatt is a writer known for her wide-ranging interests and intellectual curiosity.
Byatt's novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the range and ambition of the genre.

The Art of Poetry No. 102

A. S. Byatt is a writer with a wide range of interests, including literature, biology, fine arts, and theoretical preoccupations.
Her novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding the range of English fiction and inspiring younger writers.
Byatt combines a broad scope of mind with a deep understanding of individual motivation and an ability to write about both scientific theories and human passion.
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The Art of Fiction No. 85

A. S. Byatt is a prolific and diverse writer, with a range of interests and influences.
Her novels have had a significant impact on contemporary English writing, expanding its range and ambition.
Byatt's writing combines wide-ranging intellectual exploration with a deep understanding of individual motivations and emotions.

The Art of Poetry No. 108

A. S. Byatt is a prolific writer who is known for her wide range of interests and influences.
Her novels have had a significant impact on English fiction, inspiring other writers to explore larger themes and ideas.
Byatt's writing masterfully combines intellectual depth with emotional sensitivity.

Julia Armfield and Jon Ransom win the Polari prizes for LGBTQ+ books

Julia Armfield and Jon Ransom have won the Polari prizes for LGBTQ+ literature.
Armfield's novel, 'Our Wives Under the Sea,' won the overall prize.
Both winning books expand our understanding of LGBTQ+ literature.

The Surprising Sweetness of the Ayn Rand Fangirl Novel

Ayn Rand's novels have both admirers and detractors, with some claiming she celebrates self-interest and others arguing she glamorizes rapacity and violence.
Ayn Rand has been embraced by tech billionaires and free-market politicians, but has also become a pop-cultural bogeyman.
The presence of Ayn Rand's books is often seen as a red flag for latent sociopathy.

The Stories of William Faulkner: Mississippi's Talebearer

Faulkner initially pursued poetry before turning to short stories and eventually novels.
Between 1929 and 1936, Faulkner produced a highly inventive body of work.

AS Byatt, author and critic, dies aged 87

AS Byatt, acclaimed writer and critic, has passed away at the age of 87.
Byatt's novels, including Possession and The Children's Book, were complex and critically acclaimed.
Byatt's work explored family, myth, and narrative, and she won numerous literary awards throughout her career.

In Lexi Freiman's Books, It's So Easy to Be Wrong

Lexi Freiman's first novel didn't have the impact she expected, leading her to join a commune in Greece to learn unconventional meditation techniques.
Freiman's second novel, The Book of Ayn, explores themes of cancel culture and the criticism faced by a protagonist for her controversial book.

Camille Bordas Reads "Chicago on the Seine"

Camille Bordas has published multiple novels, with her first English novel released in 2017 and a new novel published recently.

In 'Fire Exit,' a father grapples with connection and the meaning of belonging

Novels focusing on life's complexities are challenging but can excel. Fire Exit by Morgan Talty masterfully weaves family, alcoholism, and longing themes into a poignant narrative.

Get 27 Warhammer Novels For Only $18 For A Limited Time

Get 27 Warhammer novels for $18 with the Humble Bundle book deal.

The Books That Keep Readers Awake at Night

Certain novels can keep readers awake, pushing them to stretch one day into the next with gripping storylines and strong voices.
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