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Justin Torres, Author of ‘Blackouts,’ Wins National Book Award for Fiction

Thursday, November 16, 2023 - 12:13am
By Elizabeth A. Harris and Alexandra Alter
Ned Blackhawk received the nonfiction award, with “The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History.”
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


7 Relationship Books to Help Couples Build a Stronger Connection

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 12:44pm
By Hope Reese
We asked 14 psychologists, counselors and therapists for the titles they recommend to couples.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


Book Review: ‘A Woman I Know,’ by Mary Haverstick

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 10:24am
By Andy Kroll
In “A Woman I Know,” Mary Haverstick discovers that the subject of her documentary may have once been a key player in Cold War espionage.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


Book Review: ‘Milton Friedman,’ by Jennifer Burns

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 5:03am
By Jennifer Szalai
The new book by Jennifer Burns aims to bring fresh complexity to our understanding of the Nobel Prize-winning economist.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


Book Review: ‘Living the Beatles Legend,’ by Kenneth Womack

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 5:01am
By Alexandra Jacobs
A new biography resuscitates the colorful, tragic life of Mal Evans: roadie, confidant, procurer, cowbell player.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


'Eyeliner' examines the cosmetic's history as a symbol of strength and protest

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 5:00am
By Elise Hu

Journalist Zahra Hankir draws a line connecting the cosmetic across civilizations, continents, and eras straight into today — as not only a beauty product but as a means of self expression and more.

(Image credit: Penguin Books)

Source: NPR Book Reviews


“Emily of New Moon”: An Appreciation

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 5:00am
By Elisabeth Egan
L.M. Montgomery’s oft-forgotten novel, which turns 100 this year, is more timely than ever.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


The Chief Executive of Hachette Book Group to Step Down

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - 3:01pm
By Alexandra Alter and Elizabeth A. Harris
Michael Pietsch will be replaced on Jan. 1 by the chief executive of Hachette UK, who will helm both divisions, bringing them into closer alignment.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


Book Review: ‘The New Naturals,’ by Gabriel Bump

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - 2:40pm
By Omar El Akkad
In Gabriel Bump’s novel “The New Naturals,” a disillusioned couple start a utopian commune in an underground bunker.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


Israel-Hamas War Sows Disruption at the National Book Awards

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - 1:03pm
By Elizabeth A. Harris and Alexandra Alter
Two sponsors have withdrawn from the event, planned for Wednesday, after learning that some of the authors involved are planning to call for a cease-fire in the conflict.
Source: NY Times Book Reviews


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