Graham Greene, Charles Belfoure, and More: 8 Literary Mystery Books
These aren't your average mystery novels.
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The Works of H.G. Wells and His Role in Shaping Science Fiction
The legendary author's sci-fi works were political and realistic, sometimes prescient—and always entertaining.
New Trailer Offers First Look at Bel Canto
Julianne Moore and Ken Watanabe star in the adaptation of Ann Patchett's novel based on the Lima hostage crisis.
Editors' Picks: What's Our Staff Recommending?
A full list of recommendations from the people who know our books best.
Remembering Philip Roth: A Great American Novelist
On May 22, 2018, author Philip Roth died at age 85. Read an enlightening conversation between Roth and writer Milan Kundera in Roth's collection of essays and interviews, Shop Talk.
In Conversation with Alice Walker
The author of The Color Purple reads three of her poems and answers reader questions about her work, life, and views on society.
Only Child: Terrifying Events Seen Through the Eyes of a Child
Rhiannon Navin’s powerful debut novel, “Only Child,” tells the story of a fictional school shooting, and the lasting impact it has on 6-year-old Zach.
Celebrating Author Muriel Spark
On the centennial of her birth, we’re looking back at the writer's exceptional life and work.
Another Margaret Atwood Adaptation is in the Works
Paramount TV has acquired the rights to the MaddAddam Trilogy, a dystopian series by "The Handmaid's Tale" author.
20 of the Best New York Times Notable Books
As new books are added each December, we look back on previous honorees that still deserve the spotlight.
10 New Books of Literary Fiction with a Razor's Edge
Edgy and hot off the press, these are the new releases we can't stop thinking about.
George Saunders Wins 2017 Man Booker Prize for Lincoln in the Bardo
Saunders is one of just two Americans who have nabbed the UK's top literary prize.
Author Kazuo Ishiguro Wins the 2017 Nobel Prize in Literature
The Japanese-British writer has finally nabbed the prestigious award.
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"Wakefulness": Remembering Poet John Ashbery
Celebrating the genius of the late American poet (1927-2017).
Margaret Atwood’s Alias Grace is Coming to Netflix!
The bestselling historical novel will make its small screen debut this November.
