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- 21 May 2013
'And the Mountains Echoed' Khaled Hosseini
It’s been nearly 10 years since Hosseini’s dark horse debut hit, The Kite Runner, was published. He returns with (in his own words), “a multi-generational-family story as well, this time revolving around brothers and sisters, and the ways in which they love, wound, betray, honor, and sacrifice for each other.”
'Golden Boy' by Abigail Tarttelin
It's the story of the seemingly perfect Walker family—two successful parents and two handsome sons, Max and Daniel. But when Steve Walker launches a Parliament run, the family is pushed into the spotlight and a secret Max has been keeping is uncovered.
- 28 May 2013
'The Son' by Philipp Meyer
The Son is an epic story of power and dynasty in Texas over 150 years—and it's a modern classic.
- 4 June 2013
'Trans-Atlantic' by Colum McCann
This latest novel goes from 1849 to 1918 to 1998 and explores the relationship between America and Ireland, slavery and freedom and war and peace.
'Big Brother' by Lionel Shriver
Inspired in part by Shriver's own relationship with her brother, who died of complications from diabetes and obesity in 2010, this is an unflinching look at the toll of obesity on family relationships.
'Sparta' by Roxana Robinson
Robinson takes on the issue of soldiers returning to the home front. Conrad enlisted after college, served his time without major incident, and comes home to his girlfriend and family. But he is unable to ease back into everyday life—and his bitterness turns into anger that might have serious consequences.
- 11 June 2013
'The Engagements' by J. Courtney Sullivan
In her third novel, Sullivan looks at the idea of marriage and how it has changed—or not—over the decades, tying her story in to the 1940s De Beers ad campaign that made the diamond engagement ring a touchstone of American culture.
- 18 June 2013
'The Ocean at the End of the Lane' by Neil Gaiman
This new modern fable—which, at 192 pages, is more of a novella—tells the story of a man who returns to his native English village and suddenly realizes the cost of the horrible evil he fought as a child, with the help of Lettie Hempstock and her extraordinary mother and grandmother.
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Author Archives: Trisha, Managing Editor
Strategies for a stress-free life
OK, so maybe in today’s world “stress-free life” is something of an oxymoron—but it’s still something to aspire to. We’ve collected five recent books that share strategies for dealing with this modern condition: as reviewer Joanna Brichetto says, ”Anyone who … Continue reading
Countdown to Rowling: Will the magic continue?
We’re just a month out from the publication of J.K. Rowling’s first novel for adults, The Casual Vacancy, on September 27. Little, Brown has been keeping details about the novel, other than the official description, top secret—sources say that only … Continue reading
Finally, news from Diane Setterfield
Few first novels have gotten the attention and acclaim of Diane Setterfield’s 2006 debut, The Thirteenth Tale. The former French professor’s Gothic tale, with echoes of classics like Rebecca and Wuthering Heights, struck a chord with book lovers in particular, … Continue reading
Monday contest: Custom fall reading for YOU
We’ve been talking for months about the books we’re looking forward to this fall, and the season is finally here. Our bookshelves are already groaning under the weight of all the new September releases. To celebrate, this week’s contest … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘How to Be a Woman’ by Caitlin Moran
How to Be a Woman by Caitlin Moran Harper • $15.99 • ISBN 9780062124296 published July 17, 2012 It’s been a long time since I laughed as much while reading a book as I did while reading How to Be a Woman. … Continue reading
Another slice of Western life from Kent Haruf
It has been 8 years since Colorado writer Kent Haruf published a novel, but we’re happy to hear that the author of Plainsong and Eventide will be back in 2013. Benediction (Knopf) will be published on March 5. From the … Continue reading
More stories from Karen Russell
What comes next for a 31-year-old whose first novel was a Pulitzer Prize finalist? A second story collection. Knopf is publishing Karen Russell’s Vampires in the Lemon Grove on February 12, 2013. The collection contains eight new stories that promise … Continue reading
Monday contest: Edith Wharton’s midlife awakening
This week, we’re giving away a brand-new book that gives you a peek into the private life of Edwardian novelist Edith Wharton. The Age of Desire, by Nashville author Jennie Fields, exposes the midlife love affair that almost ruined Wharton’s … Continue reading
Mourning Maeve Binchy
Like readers all over the world, we at BookPage are saddened by the loss of Maeve Binchy, who died last night at the age of 72 “after a short illness,” according to the BBC News. The Irish author was a … Continue reading
Monday contest: Debut fiction
As any book lover knows, discovering a talented author with their first work of fiction is a special feeling. Think Alice Sebold and The Lovely Bones, Zadie Smith and White Teeth or Kathryn Stockett and The Help. In our August … Continue reading
Nashville author bonanza
We’re spoiled for choice with author visits in Nashville these days. Today, we had lunch with the fabulous Deborah Harkness, chatting about ebooks, sherry, casting for the film version of A Discovery of Witches and more over s’mores at Tavern. … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘May We Be Forgiven’ by A.M. Homes
May We Be Forgiven by A.M. Homes Viking • $26.95 • ISBN 9780670025480 on sale October 1, 2012 A.M. Homes‘ first novel in six years is the tale of a self-made family, formed in the aftermath of an unspeakable tragedy. … Continue reading
Monday contest: Paperbacks for your beach bag
Another Monday, another chance to win free books from BookPage. This week, we’ve selected four BP-approved summer reads that won’t weigh down your beach bag or suitcase. From gritty suspense, to literary fiction, to an inspirational story of life after … Continue reading
