All articles tagged with #book recommendations
The article recommends six hockey romance books to read after watching the HBO series 'Heated Rivalry,' which is based on Rachel Reid's novel and has gained popularity for its focus on love and acceptance among hockey players, especially in LGBTQ+ contexts.
Ron Charles highlights five notable books from 2025, including debut novels and historical works, covering themes from social debates and mystery to history and epic tales, offering diverse reading options for the year.
Contributors highlight their favorite books of 2025 across various genres, including architecture, philosophy, history, science, and literature, emphasizing works that challenge perceptions, deepen understanding, and explore cultural and political themes.
Oaktree Capital Management shares their top ten book recommendations for 2025, covering a diverse range of genres including science fiction, biography, and personal development, with insights into themes like grief, success, and reconnecting with nature.
NPR staff share their top non-fiction book picks of 2025, including titles like 'The War of Art,' 'Shattered Lands,' 'Toni at Random,' and 'Patchwork,' highlighting diverse topics from social activism and history to personal growth and creative expression.
NPR staff and critics selected their favorite novels of 2025, highlighting a diverse range of genres including romance, fantasy, sci-fi, and crime, with notable titles like 'Atmosphere' by Taylor Jenkins Reid and 'The Dream Hotel' by Laila Lalami, reflecting contemporary themes and compelling storytelling.
The New York Times has announced their top 10 books of 2025, featuring five fiction and five nonfiction titles, with notable literary fiction including a WWI stream-of-consciousness novel and a family saga. The list was curated from their 100 notable books of the year, and discussions about the selection process are available in their podcast.
The article highlights 14 exciting new sci-fi and fantasy books released in October 2025, including retellings of classics, original stories, and diverse genres, along with additional titles and sequels to look out for.
NPR staff recommend their favorite non-fiction books of 2025, including memoirs, biographies, and works on history and war, highlighting diverse stories from musicians, Hollywood, and Ukraine.
The article challenges the traditional notion that beach reads must be light and fun, suggesting that they can be anything from frivolous to dense, depending on your mood and interests, and provides a list of book recommendations for various tastes.
NPR staff share their favorite summer books, including dark Southern Gothic crime novels, Austrian village satire, psychological thrillers, and stories about modern relationships and self-discovery, offering a diverse list for readers to enjoy during the season.
NPR's staff has curated a midyear list of top books for summer reading, including beach reads like 'All The Other Mothers Hate Me,' epic novels such as Isabel Allende's 'My Name Is Emilia Del Valle,' true crime 'Murderland,' a 'Hunger Games' prequel, and books celebrating bookstores and friendships, catering to diverse tastes from light and quick to deep and historical.
NPR staffers share their favorite fiction reads of 2025 so far, highlighting a diverse range of novels from thrillers and historical fiction to fantasy and contemporary stories, reflecting their personal tastes and the year's literary highlights.
NPR's annual "Books We Love" guide highlights 12 novels that staff and critics are excited to share for 2024. The selection includes diverse stories such as "All Fours" by Miranda July, "Come & Get It" by Kiley Reid, and "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore, among others. These novels explore themes ranging from personal growth and cultural identity to romance and historical mysteries, offering readers a variety of engaging narratives to enjoy.
The article highlights some of the best poetry collections of 2024, emphasizing the role of poets in reflecting contemporary consciousness amidst societal challenges. It features monthly selections by Rebecca Morgan Frank and the author, showcasing works by poets like Anne Carson, Kwame Dawes, and Halyna Kruk. These collections offer diverse themes, from personal introspection to cultural and historical reflections, underscoring poetry's enduring relevance and its capacity to illuminate human experiences.