All articles tagged with #literature
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Washington Post
Gayle Feldman's biography of Bennett Cerf explores his influential role in 20th-century publishing, his flamboyant personality, and his relationships with major literary and entertainment figures, painting a vivid picture of a glamorous yet complex era in New York's literary scene.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The New York Times
Virginia Evans's debut novel, 'The Correspondent,' about a retired lawyer writing to pen pals, became a surprise bestseller in 2025, gaining popularity gradually and eventually topping the New York Times list, marking a significant achievement after her previous unsuccessful attempts at publishing.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by TODAY.com
Jenna recommends Stefan Merrill Block's debut memoir 'Homeschooled' as her January 2026 pick, a raw and honest story about a boy's life in a dysfunctional but loving homeschooling family, exploring themes of forgiveness, hope, and healing.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Literary Hub
Lit Hub's list highlights the most anticipated books of 2026, featuring a diverse range of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and genre-bending works from acclaimed authors, reflecting themes from societal issues to personal stories and experimental narratives.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The New York Times
This article presents a quiz about notable buildings that inspired authors and feature in their novels, including locations like Belle da Costa Greene's workplace, a hotel in 'Death in Venice,' the House of the Seven Gables, a historic fort in Ghana, and a building by Mies van der Rohe that inspired a fictional house.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
Erin Somers's novel 'The Ten Year Affair' humorously explores the midlife longing and moral rigidity of a millennial couple in New York, highlighting their decade-long fantasies about an affair that ultimately reveals their emotional stagnation and societal pressures, all wrapped in sharp wit and keen social observation.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Literary Hub
The author shares how embracing random, uncurated reading has expanded their literary horizons, improved their writing, and fostered a more diverse and authentic relationship with books, moving beyond hype and marketing-driven choices to discover unexpected and enriching stories.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Washington Post
The article reviews notable books from 2025, including a history of the 1929 Wall Street crash, a biography of Joan Crawford, and a memoir by Cameron Crowe, highlighting the year's significant literary works.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Book Riot
Barnes & Noble released its most anticipated books for 2026 across various categories, highlighting titles like George Saunders' 'Vigil' and Tayari Jones' 'Kin', along with debut novels and collections. The article also discusses American reading habits in 2025, revealing that the median number of books read was two, and shares cultural moments like Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in with a Qur'an from the Schomburg Center. Additionally, it reviews popular literary activism stories from 2025, organized by themes.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Mashable
The Public Domain Day 2026 list includes early versions of Betty Boop, Disney characters like Pluto, classic films such as All Quiet on the Western Front, and literary works like Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying,' all entering the public domain, allowing free use and adaptation, with some legal nuances to consider.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by The Washington Post
Anita Loos, author of the classic novel 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,' is more than just that work; her broader literary contributions and her real-life friendships reflect her influence on women's history and culture, yet many of her other works remain to be rediscovered.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Guardian
Morten Høi Jensen's book offers an accessible overview of Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain, highlighting Mann's contradictions and the novel's significance in modernist literature, while also exploring how the author's personal and political shifts influenced the work.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by The Washington Post
Inspired by the real-life treasure hunt of Forrest Fenn, Kathleen Boland's novel 'Scavengers' explores the complex relationships between a mother and daughter as they search for a hidden treasure in the American West, revealing deeper themes of myth, control, and humility.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Warhammer Community
The Black Library Book of the Year 2025 was won by John French’s 'Dropsite Massacre,' a compelling retelling of a pivotal Horus Heresy event, with other notable entries including works by Dan Abnett and Mike Brooks. The event showcased a variety of stories from the Warhammer universe, highlighting the year's top releases and setting the stage for 2026's upcoming titles.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Book Riot
The article highlights some of the most anticipated books for 2026, including works by Tayari Jones, Jennette McCurdy, Sunyi Dean, and others, covering themes from sisterhood and dark fantasy to astrophysics and historical mysteries, offering diverse options for book clubs to discuss in the coming year.