Review: ‘Sam,’ by Allegra Goodman
In “Sam,” Allegra Goodman provides a sweeping yet intimate view of the challenges and triumphs of growing up.
Book Review: ‘The New Life,’ by Tom Crewe
In his debut novel, “The New Life,” Tom Crewe reimagines the lives of two pioneers who studied, and supported, homosexuality in 19th-century England.
Book Review: ‘The Hopkins Manuscript,’ by R.C. Sherriff
Originally published in 1939, “The Hopkins Manuscript,” by the British writer R.C. Sherriff, inaugurated a genre of post-apocalyptic fiction in which a resourceful hero survives unthinkable cataclysm.
Book Review: ‘Brotherless Night,’ by V. V. Ganeshananthan
V.V. Ganeshananthan’s novel “Brotherless Night” reveals the moral nuances of violence, ever belied by black-and-white terminology.
Need a new mystery or sci-fi book for the new year? Try one of these reads
From NPR's Books We Love list, we hear reviews for several mystery and sci-fi books including "Nona the Ninth," "Birds of Maine," and "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau."
Book Review: ‘The Survivalists,’ by Kashana Cauley
The TV writer’s debut novel, “The Survivalists,” imagines a community of gun-stockpiling preppers in Brooklyn.
This Diet App Sends a Goblin to Eviscerate Your Kitchen
The narrator of “Goblin,” a story in Rachel Harrison’s horror collection, “Bad Dolls,” has signed up for a very bad app indeed.
What Don DeLillo’s ‘White Noise’ Can Tell Us About Life Today: Almost Everything
Don DeLillo’s book “White Noise,” newly adapted for the screen by Noah Baumbach, precisely diagnosed the modern condition, Dana Spiotta writes.
Picture-Book End Papers
A once purely decorative form, picture-book endpapers are now full of wit, surprise, even feeling.
Book Review: “Polar Bear,” by Candace Fleming and Eric Rohmann, and “Feathers Together,” by Caron Levis and Charles Santoso
“Feathers Together” and “Polar Bear” are portals into the joys and hardships of migratory animals’ lives.
9 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
Book Review: ‘House of Bondage,’ by Ernest Cole
In a newly reissued photo book from 1967, Ernest Cole surveys the ever-present atrocities of European oppression.
By the Book: Rick Rubin Wants You to Read Sherlock Holmes Before You’re 21
“The earlier the better,” says the record producer and author of the forthcoming book “The Creative Act: A Way of Being.” “The stories are engaging and they train readers to look deeply into all they see. A great primer for awareness practice.”
Does Best-Selling Advice Stand the Test of Time?
A look back on popular wisdom from five, 10 and 15 years ago reveals two truths and a big fat lie.
Book Review: ‘In Praise of Failure,’ by Costica Bradatan
“In Praise of Failure,” by Costica Bradatan, examines a handful of thinkers who rejected worldly success in favor of struggle.
Book Review: ‘Ms. Demeanor,’ by Elinor Lipman
In “Ms. Demeanor,” the veteran author explores the ramifications of sexual freedom for a middle-aged woman.
Newly Published Visual Books, From Laurie Lipton to Plant Magic
A selection of recently published books.
Book Review: ‘Have You Eaten Yet?’ by Cheuk Kwan
From the Arctic to the Amazon, Cheuk Kwan traces a diaspora through Chinese restaurants owned and operated by immigrant families.
Books We Love: Fiction recommendations from 2022
From NPR's Books We Love list, we hear about three novels and a collection of short stories: "Less Is Lost,""The Confessions of Matthew Strong,""If I Survive You," and "Thank You For Listening."
Books We Love: Cookbook edition
From NPR's Books We Love, four staff members recommend new cookbooks: "Persiana Everyday," "Masa," "Koshersoul," and "The Woks of Life."
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