Dolly Parton Teams With James Patterson To Write Novel
Parton's first novel, Run, Rose Run is a thriller and will have a companion album to go along with it.
Books
CIA Role In Africa Expanded As U.S. Cold War Worries Grew, 'White Malice' Details
Though Susan Williams' book is framed far too expansively, it overflows with fascinating information, research and bold ideas — especially regarding Congo's first prime minister, Patrice Lumumba.
'The Lorax' Warned Us 50 Years Ago, But We Didn't Listen
Call it fate or an unfortunate coincidence that Dr. Seuss' eco-parable marks its 50th anniversary just as the United Nations releases a report on the dire consequences of human-induced climate change.
Tale Of Tesla, Elon Musk Is Inherently Dramatic And Compellingly Told In 'Power Play'
Perhaps most interesting in Tim Higgins' book are the hints at what might have been: Tesla could have built a plug-in hybrid, or sold itself to Google, or become a battery supplier.
Inspired By 'The Decameron,' These Poems Are A Modern Pandemic Time Capsule
If you, like many people, are getting through the dragging months of the pandemic by being Very Online, you'll find poet Leigh Stein's new book is a perfect encapsulation of that experience.
In 'Savage Tongues' A Woman Explores The Lasting Trauma Of Sexual Assault
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with author Azareen Van der Vliet Oloomi on her book Savage Tongues, about a woman exploring the lingering trauma from a sexual assault that happened two decades prior.
The Nuns In 'Agatha Of Little Neon' Don't Fly Or Sing, But They Will Stay With You
You don't have to be Catholic to connect with Claire Luchette's vivid story of a lonely young woman yearning for community — and also for everything she gave up to be part of that community.
Batman's Sidekick Robin Comes Out. It Makes Sense, If You Were Paying Attention
In the pages of a DC Comics anthology series, Tim Drake — the third young man to assume to role of Batman's sidekick, Robin, has a "lightbulb moment" realization — but his journey is only beginning.
Alexander Vindman, Key Witness To Trump Impeachment, Shares His 'American Story'
The retired Army officer who testified about President Trump's call to the president of Ukraine, talks about the experience and the price he paid. Vindman's new memoir is Here, Right Matters.
All The Moving Parts Fit Together In This Smart, Emotional Debut Novel
YZ Chin's Edge Case follows a Malaysian immigrant working at a lousy, sexist startup, worried about her marriage and the thought of having to move back home — all topics it handles beautifully.