#fiction

#fiction

James Drayton, born to north London academics, is a socially awkward high achiever who privately measures himself against Christopher Columbus and Napoleon.

Bruno Lacombe, now in self-exile, believes the left must understand the increased divide between humanity and nature since the Neanderthal extinction, surpassing economic class warfare.

The tech industry is often inspired by movies, with many gadgets resembling those from iconic films like Ready Player One, Her, and Minority Report.

Sarah Chihaya emphasizes that the way we engage with books reveals much about our character, and these profound connections can prompt deep emotional responses.

In her debut novel, the Portland author follows Annie, clutching a plush caterpillar toy and ignoring a gash in her elbow, as she walks - walks! - in her inadequate Birkenstocks and ridiculous maternity romper through a hellish landscape. She treks all the way from the big Ikea out by the Portland airport to a school in Southeast Portland, where a fellow traveler searches for her daughter in the rubble.

In this summer's collection of anticipated novels, R.F. Kuang, Taylor Jenkins Reid, and Gary Shteyngart bring unique narratives to readers seeking captivating summer reads.

Yiyun Li discusses the depth and intricacies found in William Trevor's short story "The Piano Tuner's Wives," revealing its emotional resonance and layered themes, inviting readers to explore shared human experiences.

Murata's characters often engage in perverse behaviors to appear normal, showcasing the extremes of human effort to conform to societal expectations.

The Doctor and Belinda navigate a high-stakes adventure on a radiation-saturated planet while questioning humanity's future, touching on themes of exploration and survival.

I could picture her in my head, sort of trudging around with...cleaning supplies...taking such care to never let anybody see her, never have to talk to anybody. Who is this woman and what happened to her?

"I was thinking a lot about some of the sharp, art-prone, highly self-conscious girls I was friends with as a kid, and about my sisters, who also fit that description."

Kitamura's new novel, Audition, centers on marital strife between an actor and an art critic in New York, using a cool, philosophical approach to explore complex relationships.

Bazaar Writers Salon fosters a vibrant literary community in San Francisco, showcasing exceptional talents like Keith Ekiss and others in a cozy café setting.

Bryan Washington, celebrated author with multiple accolades, explores themes of identity and belonging in his captivating narratives that blend personal and cultural experiences.