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.
10 Touching Memoirs for Fans of The Glass Castle
Dysfunctional families and unconventional upbringings were the norm for these authors.
Bards of a Feather: 11 Books Inspired by William Shakespeare
Imaginative retellings of the playwright's classic works.
19 Books to Read by Jewish Authors
From Michael Chabon to Erica Jong, here are some of our favorite books by Jewish authors.
Anthony Burgess and Four Other Authors Who Hate Their Books
These five authors turned on their critically acclaimed books.
Pearl Buck’s Historical Fiction Novels
Forbidden love. Feminism. East vs. West. Welcome to the World of Pearl S. Buck.
Classic English Literature That Belongs On Your Reading List
The best and most memorable classic English literature.
