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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.
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'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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Category Archives: nonfiction
President's Day reading
Happy President’s Day! Has the holiday (whether observed with a day off of work or not) influenced your reading choices? If you’re looking for a presidential read, we have some suggestions. His Excellency, by Joseph J. Ellis, just might be … Continue reading
Another side of The Blind Side
If you saw this holiday season’s hit movie The Blind Side, you may think you know all about Michael Oher, the young black man who was taken in by a well-off white family and eventually became a star left tackle … Continue reading
Don’t bore Nina!
As a major Project Runway devotee, I was thrilled to learn that Nina Garcia has sold a book to Hyperion’s Voice imprint. Titled Nina Garcia’s Look Book, the guide will feature advice on what to wear for “every occasion” and … Continue reading
Paris Under Water winner
Congratulations to Tricia—the winner of an autographed copy of Paris Under Water by Jeffrey Jackson! (Click here to read the original post.) Here’s what Tricia said about her favorite work of nonfiction: Love that enthusiasm! In BookPage, reviewer John Slania … Continue reading
A memoir with purpose from Ashley Judd
I don’t read many books by celebrities, although Ashley Judd’s memoir (spring 2011 from Ballantine) looks like it could be an exception. The story will recall both painful childhood memories and Judd’s humanitarian work as a global ambassador for PSI … Continue reading
What We're Reading Wednesday
The Magician’s Book by Laura Miller December 2008, Little, Brown Like many other bookish kids, I imprinted deeply on the Chronicles of Narnia at a young age. Laura Miller had a similar experience, perhaps even stronger; for many years, the … Continue reading
Dr. King in his own words
In celebration of Martin Luther King Day, we wanted to bring your attention to some new releases from Hachette Audio. Martin Luther King: The Essential Box Set: The Landmark Speeches and Sermons of Martin Luther King, Jr. This collection brings … Continue reading
Title tweet from Meghan McCain
Earlier this week, Meghan McCain shared the title of her upcoming book on Twitter. (Read from the bottom up.) Other recent Twitter updates from McCain include I don’t care how un-politically correct it is, I love walmart. really sad to … Continue reading
Reading the King
The date January 8 probably doesn’t have much significance to many readers. . . unless you happen to be the kind of person who makes Graceland pilgrimages and sings “Jailhouse Rock” in your sleep. Yep, you guessed it: Today is … Continue reading
12 books of Christmas: Bird-Watching Answer Book
There’s someone on my holiday list who would be a perfect match for this book—and she’s not going to be happy that we’re giving a copy away (sorry Grandma)! But in the spirit of Christmas that’s exactly what we’re doing. … Continue reading
Christmas treasures
If you need a moment to relax amidst holiday festivities, peruse these Christmas books from the BookPage archives. Also: What are you reading over the long weekend? I’m diving into Chang-rae Lee’s The Surrendered (out in March 2010). Happy Holidays! … Continue reading
The 12 books of Christmas: The Secret Lives of Buildings
Any architecture or history buff would be pleased to find The Secret Lives of Buildings under the tree. Through the eyes of first-time author Edward Hollis, an architect who specializes in restoring historic buildings, readers will discover that iconic structures … Continue reading
The 12 books of Christmas: LIFE Wonders of the World
Got an armchair traveler in the family? Then don’t miss LIFE Wonders of the World. Not content to stop at 7 wonders, the LIFE editors have chosen 50 to include in this full-color, coffee table book. As reviewer Linda Castellitto … Continue reading
The 12 books of Christmas: Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong
The music lover in your life will appreciate the gift of Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong, by Wall Street Journal reporter and literary blogger Terry Teachout. BookPage reviewer Ron Wynn says this “superb” biography contains tidbits of information about … Continue reading
Best of 2009: Top 10 Nonfiction
And finally, the last of our “Best of 2009″ lists: nonfiction. This year’s picks include a little of everything, with an emphasis on memoir—it was a good year for getting personal. Changing My Mind by Zadie Smith Lit by Mary … Continue reading
