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2 months ago
Books

In 'Life Hacks for a Little Alien', a little girl finds comfort in an unlikely source

Alice Franklin's debut novel explores the life of a neurodivergent girl seeking connection and understanding through a mysterious manuscript.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
London food

Consider Yourself Kissed by Jessica Stanley review a delightfully grounded romance

Consider Yourself Kissed offers a fresh take on the romance genre by intertwining political themes and a charming love story.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago
Mission District

Author Talk: Jon Hickey with Sasha Vasilyuk

Jon Hickey's debut novel 'Big Chief' delves into power struggles, corruption, and the quest for belonging within the context of tribal politics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

We Pretty Pieces of Flesh by Colwill Brown review you'll read nothing else like it this year

Colwill Brown's novel captures the complexities of growing up working-class in Doncaster through a unique narrative style.
fromMedievalists.net
7 months ago
History

Cover Reveal: The Traitor of Sherwood Forest - Medievalists.net

Amy S. Kaufman reimagines Robin Hood's story through the eyes of his spy in her debut novel, set for release in spring 2025.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Books

In 'Life Hacks for a Little Alien', a little girl finds comfort in an unlikely source

Alice Franklin's debut novel explores the life of a neurodivergent girl seeking connection and understanding through a mysterious manuscript.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
London food

Consider Yourself Kissed by Jessica Stanley review a delightfully grounded romance

Consider Yourself Kissed offers a fresh take on the romance genre by intertwining political themes and a charming love story.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago
Mission District

Author Talk: Jon Hickey with Sasha Vasilyuk

Jon Hickey's debut novel 'Big Chief' delves into power struggles, corruption, and the quest for belonging within the context of tribal politics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

We Pretty Pieces of Flesh by Colwill Brown review you'll read nothing else like it this year

Colwill Brown's novel captures the complexities of growing up working-class in Doncaster through a unique narrative style.
fromMedievalists.net
7 months ago
History

Cover Reveal: The Traitor of Sherwood Forest - Medievalists.net

Amy S. Kaufman reimagines Robin Hood's story through the eyes of his spy in her debut novel, set for release in spring 2025.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Humor

Paradise Logic by Sophie Kemp review a TikTok Stepford Wives for the Pornhub era

Sophie Kemp's debut novel satirizes the unrealistic standards of relationships through the quirky character Reality's misadventures.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Humor

'Make Sure You Die Screaming' Is an Absurd Road Trip Novel for Modern Times

Zee Carlstrom's debut novel offers a humorous yet dark road trip adventure filled with heavy themes and complex characters.
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fromAnOther
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Charlie Porter's Debut Novel Is a Poignant Story About Love, Loss and HIV

Charlie Porter's debut novel addresses themes of loss and resilience in the queer community.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

Nero book award winner Adam S Leslie: I've never had much interest in boring, everyday life'

Adam S Leslie's novel 'Lost in the Garden' won the 2023 Nero Book Award for Fiction, validating its unique narrative and creative storytelling.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago
Portland

In her novel 'Sunshine Girl,' journalist Nancy Townsley peeks into 'newsrooms of yore' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Nancy Townsley's debut novel, 'Sunshine Girl', reflects on decades of newspaper journalism through the eyes of three family-connected journalists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Writing

Ferdia Lennon: I was tired of Merchant Ivory accents'

Ferdia Lennon's novel explores themes of friendship and ambition through Athenian prisoners and Sicilian potters during the Peloponnesian War.
fromAnOther
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Charlie Porter's Debut Novel Is a Poignant Story About Love, Loss and HIV

Charlie Porter's debut novel addresses themes of loss and resilience in the queer community.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

Nero book award winner Adam S Leslie: I've never had much interest in boring, everyday life'

Adam S Leslie's novel 'Lost in the Garden' won the 2023 Nero Book Award for Fiction, validating its unique narrative and creative storytelling.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago
Portland

In her novel 'Sunshine Girl,' journalist Nancy Townsley peeks into 'newsrooms of yore' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Nancy Townsley's debut novel, 'Sunshine Girl', reflects on decades of newspaper journalism through the eyes of three family-connected journalists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Writing

Ferdia Lennon: I was tired of Merchant Ivory accents'

Ferdia Lennon's novel explores themes of friendship and ambition through Athenian prisoners and Sicilian potters during the Peloponnesian War.
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SF LGBT
fromAnOther
1 month ago

This Moving Novel Grapples With Queerness, Family and Faith

Selali Fiamanya's novel beautifully captures the complexities of human connection within a multi-generational Ghanaian family in Glasgow.
fromAnOther
2 months ago
Writing

The Screenwriter Behind Close and Girl Debuts Novel About Unresolved Trauma

Angelo Tijssens's debut novel explores the traumatic aftermath of an abusive childhood and the complexities of revisiting painful memories.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

A Palestinian American 'Sex and the City'

Betty Shamieh's novel 'Too Soon' breaks the mold of somber Palestinian literature, bringing humor and a rebellious spirit to the narrative.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Writing

Irish Independent journalist Tanya Sweeney celebrates two-book deal, with debut thriller compared to Baby Reindeer

Transworld's announcement marks Tanya Sweeney's debut thriller, exploring themes of celebrity fandom and obsession through the story of Esther.
fromAnOther
11 months ago
Writing

This Novel Delves Into Gay Male-Straight Female Friendship

McKenna's debut novel, , is relatable by reflecting on life choices, identity struggles, and next steps through interconnected characters in a sweltering London weekend.
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