Revisiting Stephen Wright and Historical Fiction

This week, Kevin Wilson reviews Stephen Wright’s new novel, “Processed Cheese.” In 2006, Laura Miller wrote for the Book Review about “The Amalgamation Polka,” Wright’s novel about the descendant of both ardent abolitionists and unwavering slaveholders. Continue reading at 'The New York Times'

[ The New York Times | 2020-01-31 10:00:10 UTC ]

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Book Club: Read ‘The Safekeep,’ by Yael van der Wouden, With the Book Review

In May, the Book Review Book Club will read and discuss “The Safekeep,” Yael van der Wouden’s novel about a woman wrapped up in a historical drama and a forbidden romance. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-04-25 14:00:04 UTC ]
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The authors taking on Mark Zuckerberg – podcast

Why do authors see Meta’s AI model as a threat to their livelihoods? Ella Creamer reportsEarlier this month, a group of protesters gathered outside the London headquarters of Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. They were demonstrating over the company’s use of millions... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2025-04-21 02:00:24 UTC ]
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4 Older Backlist Historical Fiction Books To Read

These backlist titles—which were all published between 2010 and 2020—include narratives about estranged brothers and a young Sacajewea. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2025-04-16 11:30:00 UTC ]
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Book Review: ‘Searches,’ by Vauhini Vara

“Searches,” by Vauhini Vara, is both a memoir and a critical study of our digital selves. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-04-14 09:01:57 UTC ]
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New Historical Fiction at the Top of My List

My most anticipated historical fiction has multigenerational love stories, Indigenous horror, ancient Roman romantasy, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2025-04-07 12:30:00 UTC ]
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The WD Interview: Vanessa Riley

The acclaimed historical fiction author discusses her drafting process, the real history behind her work, and her latest publication, Murder in Berkeley Square. The post The WD Interview: Vanessa Riley appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-05 20:00:00 UTC ]
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New Trans Historical Fiction for the Trans Rights Readathon

Read these new trans historical fiction books in support of the 2025 Trans Rights Readathon. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2025-03-26 11:30:00 UTC ]
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Banned Historical Fiction Books

The goal of censorship is to control what people think by controlling what they can read and learn. Book bans target and affect the most at-risk members of society. That's not a coincidence, either. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2025-03-19 11:30:00 UTC ]
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Book Review: ‘Changing My Mind,’ by Julian Barnes

In “Changing My Mind,” the novelist Julian Barnes presents an argument for the joys of flexibility. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-03-18 09:00:55 UTC ]
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Book Review: ‘Firstborn,’ by Lauren Christensen

In the memoir “Firstborn,” Lauren Christensen writes about losing the daughter she was expecting. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-03-17 16:00:04 UTC ]
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The Best-Selling Historical Fiction Books of All Time

Historical fiction’s popularity has remained solid since the 19th century, when Romanticism inspired writers to look to the past. Exploring the human ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2025-03-12 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Review: ‘Careless People,’ by Sarah Wynn-Williams

“Careless People,” a memoir by a former Facebook executive, portrays feckless company leaders cozying up to authoritarian regimes. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Genre-Blending New Historical Fiction for March

Somehow, it’s March already. I know; I’m baffled, too. But even if the year feels like it’s already slipping by ... Continue reading at Book Riot

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Book Review: ‘The Trouble of Color,’ by Martha S. Jones

A new memoir by the historian Martha S. Jones combines a trenchant analysis of race and the historical record with a homage to other Black women scholars. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-03-04 10:00:40 UTC ]
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Book Review: ‘Jewish Country Houses,’ edited by Juliet Carey and Abigail Green

A lavish photo book collects images old and new of elaborate estates, manors, chateaus and Schlosses in the European countryside. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Book Review: ‘Dream Count,’ by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

In her first novel since “Americanah,” she draws on a real-life assault as she follows the lives of three Nigerian women and one of their former housekeepers. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-03-02 10:00:13 UTC ]
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Book Club: Read ‘We Do Not Part,’ by Han Kang, With the Book Review

In March, the Book Review Book Club will read and discuss “We Do Not Part,” the Nobel laureate Han Kang’s novel about history, tragedy and the work of remembering. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-02-28 10:04:03 UTC ]
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Lit Hub Daily: February 26, 2025

Andrea Barrett on why writing fresh historical fiction means more than cosplaying the past. | Lit Hub Craft Bookstore owner Brad Johnson reflects on the total destruction, by fire, of East Bay Booksellers (and its rebirth!). | Lit Hub Bookstores Michael Hiltzik on how California made Ronald... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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