Remember autumn? Remember the existence of a season not characterized by overwhelming heat and humidity? We’ve heard whispers that such a season might be on the way, and that signs of it might even be visible this month. Consequently, we have some reading recommendations for the coming month, from new editions of vital speculative fiction to experimental prose to works that explore human relationships. Here’s a look at some books that might be just the thing to read outdoors as […]
Afternoon Bites: Alexander Chee, New York Books, Viv Albertine, Scott McClanahan Interviewed, and More
In our afternoon reading: thoughts on Alexander Chee’s new book, interviews with Viv Albertine and Scott McClanahan, and more.
Morning Bites: Meg Wolitzer Interviewed, No Age, Luca Guadagnino on Film Music, and More
In our morning reading: interviews with Meg Wolitzer and No Age, why writers’ colonies matter, and more.
Morning Bites: Joanna Walsh’s Latest, Indie Press Origins, Tom Williams, Jessica Hopper Talks Grimes, and More
In our morning reading: notes on two Joanna Walsh books, Tom Williams discusses menswear, Jessica Hopper on the new album by Grimes, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Luc Sante’s Latest, New Sara Levine Fiction, Michael W. Clune, and More
In our afternoon reading: an excerpt from Luc Sante’s forthcoming book, new fiction from Sara Levine, a Michael W. Clune-inspired video game, and more.
Morning Bites: Chinelo Okparanta Interviewed, Battles’ Latest, Rachel B. Glaser, Robert Kloss, and More
In our morning reading: interviews with Chinelo Okparanta, Dennis Cooper, and Robert Kloss; notes on new music from Battles and Lana Del Rey, and more.
The Best Nonfiction Books of 2015 So Far
To date, 2015 has been a good year for nonfiction. If your penchant is for works that deal with complex issues in our society, you’ll have plenty to read; if you prefer books that explore the substance of a life through inventive narratives, you’ll find plenty to enjoy as well. What follows is a selection of some of the nonfiction that’s been released this year that’s impressed us the most.
Weekend Bites: Ta-Nehisi Coates Interviewed, New Roxane Gay Nonfiction, E.L. Doctorow’s Legacy, Wendy C. Ortiz, and More
In our weekend reading: interviews with Ta-Nehisi Coates and Wendy C. Ortiz, new writing from Roxane Gay and Molly Gaudry, new music from Wax Idols, and much more.