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Book reviews: best novels of 2023
The Week Recommends Including new novels by Dolly Alderton, Samantha Harvey, and Jilly Cooper
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5 enchanting books to read this December
The Week Recommends These books are some of the most anticipated releases for the end of the year
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Stephanie Land shares 6 of her favorite eye-opening memoirs
Feature The author recommends works by Matthew Desmond, Isabel Wilkerson and more
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From 'thunks' to mixed reality, the future of books is interactive
The Explainer What is in store for literature in an increasingly digital world?
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Stacy Schiff recommends 6 unforgettable biography books
Feature The Pulitzer Prize-winning author recommends works by George Packer, Sarah Bakewell and more
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Julian Barnes' 6 favorite books that deserve all their praise
Feature The award-winning author recommends works by Penelope Fitzgerald, Jane Austen and more
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5 comforting books about loneliness and solitude
The Week Recommends Whether you look at it as solitude or isolation, being alone can stir a lot of feelings. These books capture that.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Tan Twan Eng's 6 favorite books about eclectic life experiences
Feature The Malaysian novelist recommends works by Graham Swift, Penelope Lively and more
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Elizabeth Hand's 6 horror novels that will have you sleeping with the light on
Feature The award-winning author recommends works by Dan Chaon, Shirley Jackson and more
By Scott Meslow Published
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C Pam Zhang's 6 favorite books about food
Feature The novelist recommends works by Banana Yoshimoto, Stephanie Danler and more
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Ben Fountain's 6 favorite books about Haiti
Feature The award-winning author recommends works by Marie Vieux-Chauvet, Katherine Dunham and more
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6 thrilling reads chosen by Ken Follett
Feature The historical novelist suggests works by Frank Herbert, Charles Dickens and more
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6 new horror novels to read this fall
The Explainer These upcoming releases will have you on the edge of your seat — or hiding under the covers
By David Faris Published
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Etaf Rum recommends 6 empowering reads centered around women
Feature The author suggests works by Zora Neale Hurston, Sylvia Plath and more
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