In the literary world, this year is shaping up to be a good one for fans of cultural criticism: There are new books about ...

Randy Newman is celebrated in a new bio by noted journalist Robert Hilburn. I spoke with Hilburn about the book, ...

With a ban looming, publishers are hoping to pivot to new platforms, but readers fear their community of book lovers will never ... Gordon offers a thorough biography of Perle Mesta, Washington ...

Guidebooks can be wonderful resources for helping travelers navigate destinations. But the best travel books can also inspire journeys. Fiction or nonfiction, there’s no shortage of books with a ...

Two very different books examine the reigns and legacies of Victoria and Elizabeth II. By Geoffrey Wheatcroft Mavis Gallant wrote short stories full of brutal humor that examined the hell of other ...

In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast.

WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris has a lot of options for her next act — including possible runs for governor of California in 2026 and president in 2028 — but writing a book may be ...

Freeloader Friday is your weekly guide to having fun no matter what your budget looks like. Each week we have a list of 100% ...

November 25, 2024 • Books We Love returns with 350+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 12 years of recommendations all in one place — that's nearly 4,000 great reads.

If you're not a frequent Amazon customer, you're probably wondering what is Amazon Prime or if it's worth your money. Amazon Prime is a subscription service that gives members access to a variety ...

This is the scariest book I have ever read in my entire life - because it is about my death. Dr Matt Morgan, a top consultant in an intensive care unit, tells us that out of any 100 people who ...