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- 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.
- 25 June 2013
'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?
'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.
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New novels from Newbery winners
Try saying that three times fast! Today, Publishers Marketplace announced that Newbery Medal-winning author Kate DiCamillo‘s next book will come out on September 26, 2013. Titled The Illuminated Adventures of Flora and Ulysses, PM reports that it’s about “joy and … Continue reading
The adult Roald Dahl, now in paperback
Yesterday was author Roald Dahl’s birthday. We’ve posted a lot on this site about Dahl and his books and life, but I thought this was a good time to let other Dahl fans know that cult favorite* My Uncle Oswald … Continue reading
Meghan O’Rourke on gymnastics
Because one post a week about gymnastics just isn’t enough . . . I was tickled to see that Meghan O’Rourke, author of The Long Goodbye, will write a book for Riverhead called Sticking It. According to the listing in … Continue reading
Flipping for Gabby Douglas
I was on vacation during much of the London Olympic Games—a time when you’d think that TV would be avoided so I could be out and about in the world. Well . . . that’s usually my routine while I’m … Continue reading
A big change for Jodi Picoult
This week we got some surprising news from Jodi Picoult. After publishing 19 books with Atria, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, the mega-bestselling author is moving to Ballantine, an imprint of Random House. According to Publishers Marketplace, Picoult said … Continue reading
Memoirs from women at the top
Whether you agree with the current presidential administration or not, odds are you like Michelle Obama; according to Gallup, 65% of Americans have a favorable opinion of the first lady. So, I thought many of you would appreciate a little … Continue reading
‘Downton’ meets ‘Out of Africa’ . . . yes, please!
The plot description had me at “bringing an Out of Africa feel to a Downton Abbey cast of unforgettable characters.” Does that make you squeal a little bit? (Admit it: You’re imagining Karen Blixen and Denys Finch Hatton having tea … Continue reading
Looking forward to Jonathan Dee’s next novel
The Privileges by Jonathan Dee was #18 on our list of Best Books of 2010, although if I could have had my way it would have been in the Top 5. The book focuses on a couple who marry young … Continue reading
More psychological suspense from Elizabeth Haynes
Published in the U.S. in June, Into the Darkest Corner by Elizabeth Haynes has been one of the biggest books of the year. The thriller is about a woman who falls in love with the wrong man, and it deals … 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
Good news from Emma Straub
I’ve mentioned before how much I like Emma Straub’s writing—when I posted an excerpt from Other People We Married, a collection of stories that was published in February. Then, I wrote that the stories are “about people in transition, about … Continue reading
Stylish literati in September Vogue
When books and fashion collide, I get giddy. And the September issue of Vogue runneth over with a 16-page Edith Wharton-inspired spread styled by Grace Coddington, photographed by Annie Leibovitz (who, according to Anna Wintour, prepped for the shoot by … 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
