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- 25 June 2013
'Sisterland' by Curtis Sittenfeld
Sittenfeld returns with the story of twin sisters: Vi, a professed psychic, and Kate, a wife and mother in denial of her talents. When Vi predicts a devastating earthquake is around the corner, Kate must decide whether to support her sister and out herself for the potential good of the community, or continue to ignore her own instincts.
'The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells' by Andrew Sean Greer
Greta Wells experiences three alternate lives during a therapy session, all with different secrets and losses, pain and happiness. Which one will she ultimately choose?
- 9 July 2013
'Fin & Lady' by Cathleen Schine
Fin is 11 when his parents die in 1964, and he is sent to live with his older sister, Lady. But Lady is a free spirit, and Fin soon realizes he's as much her caregiver as she is his.
'Amy Falls Down' by Jincy Willett
A sequel of sorts to her last book The Writing Class, Amy Falls Down also stars bitter novelist Amy Gallup. When an interviewer arrives shortly after Amy takes a nasty bump on the head, the resulting article—where Amy's rambling quotes are dubbed pure genius—turns around her failing career.
- 16 July 2013
'The Never List' by Koethi Zan
Zan's story of a young woman marked by the consequences of her time spent as the prisoner of a sadistic kidnapper is drawing lots of buzz already.
- 13 August 2013
'The People in the Trees' by Hanya Yanagihara
This ambitious first novel, billed as an "anthropological adventure," was a decade in the making and is already being compared to Norman Rush and Ann Patchett.
- 19 August 2013
'Archangel' by Andrea Barrett
It's been too long since the National Book Award-winning author released a book. This time it's a collection of short stories about scientific firsts—subject matter that Barrett fans love to see her sink her teeth into.
- 20 August 2013
'The Girl You Left Behind' by Jojo Moyes
Author of Me Before You, Jojo Moyes is back with another heartbreaking story of love and loss. A spellbind love story of two women separated by a century but united in their determination to fight for what they love.
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Author Archives: Trisha, Managing Editor
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
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘Bowling Avenue’ by Ann Shayne
Bowling Avenue by Ann Shayne ISBN 9780985210021 published on June 5, 2012 Those of you who have been following BookPage for years will remember one of our earliest editors, Ann Shayne. Since leaving BookPage, Ann has gone on to achieve fame … Continue reading
