Elizabeth Acevedo On The Fire Behind Storytelling
The award-winning author of “The Poet X” is back with a new novel.
Books
NPR's Malaka Gharib's Memoir: 'I Was Their American Dream'
NPR's David Greene talks to NPR editor Malaka Gharib, who makes light of herself in her memoir: I Was Their American Dream: A Graphic Memoir. What does it mean to live the American dream?
'Ladysitting' Offers Candor And A Singular Take On A Tale Familiar To Many
As Lorene Cary tells the story of her Nana and the stress and sadness all too common for caregivers, it's her recounting of her upbringing and ancestry that is most engaging and captivating.
Belonging And Betrayal Drive The Action In 'Storm Of Locusts'
The second book in Rebecca Roanhorse's Navajo-influenced Sixth World series pits monsterslayer Maggie Hoskie against a villain whose sense of betrayal drives his plan to drown the world he knows.
Beating Burnout: Sisters Write Book To Help Women Overcome Stress Cycle
Sisters Emily and Amelia Nagoski speak with NPR's Aarti Shahani about their new book Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle.
In Helen Hoang's Novels, Autism Is No Bar To Love And Happiness
Helen Hoang's romances feature characters on the autism spectrum — as she herself is; she says she wants to show that autistic people can get their happily-ever-afters just like anyone else.
Falling In Love With Love In 'Brief Chronicle Of Another Stupid Heartbreak'
Adi Alsaid's new novel follows a teen romance columnist whose senior-year breakup has resulted in a raging case of writer's block. It's a beautiful illustration of the raw nerves that come with love.
Virtual Reality Eases The Reality Of Natural Destruction (Somewhat) In 'Alienation'
Inés Estrada's new graphic novel is set in a version of 2054 that feels oddly close to today; it's the kind of sci-fi that doesn't imagine the future so much as remind you how strange the present is.
Yogi Berra's Son On Baseball, Family And Overcoming Hardships
Yogi Berra's son, Dale Berra, speaks about his new book, My Dad, Yogi: A Memoir of Family and Baseball, with NPR's Scott Simon.
Steeped In Fantasy, 'Westside' Novel Follows A Young Detective's Quest For Clues
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with professional writer W.M. Akers about his debut novel, Westside.