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Early Bird Books Reading Recommendations

Here at Early Bird Books, we love all things that have to do with books, reading, and literary news and movies. Browse below for some highlights from our blog!

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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.

"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.

New Covers for Alice Walker Books

Because beautiful books deserve beautiful covers