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20 New Books From Our Favorite Authors

FICTION

FAMILIARIS

by David Wroblewski

For all the eons it may take to read it, this colossus of a book will own you. Full review >

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FICTION

THE CEMETERY OF UNTOLD STORIES

by Julia Alvarez

Buried stories find their way to the light in this finely crafted novel. Full review >

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FICTION

PARASOL AGAINST THE AXE

by Helen Oyeyemi

A dizzying, dazzling romp through the intersection of political and personal histories. Full review >

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FICTION

BLUE RUIN

by Hari Kunzru

A dark, smart, provocative tale of the perils of art making. Full review >

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FICTION

PAY DIRT

by Sara Paretsky

Readers who care about race, climate change, or corporate and civic responsibility will care deeply about this monster case. Full review >

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NONFICTION

READING GENESIS

by Marilynne Robinson

In this highly learned yet accessible book, Robinson offers believers fresh insight into a well-studied text. Full review >

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NONFICTION

AGE OF REVOLUTIONS

by Fareed Zakaria

A thought-provoking tour of recent history and its considerable discontents. Full review >

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NONFICTION

LIKE LOVE

by Maggie Nelson

A revelatory gathering of beloved art and artists presented with distinctive prose. Full review >

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NONFICTION

MUSE OF FIRE

by Michael Korda

Poets and war are a winning combination in the hands of a seasoned historian. Full review >

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