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Women, Politics, and Power: "One Way Back" by Christine Blasey Ford and "True Gretch" by Gretchen Whitmer 3:54

2d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new powerful memoirs about some of the unique challenges women face in the world of politics and power in the United States: One Way Back, by Christine Blasey Ford, and True Gretch, by Gretchen Whitmer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Great Memoirs: "The Friday Afternoon Club" by Griffin Dunne and "Do Something" by Guy Trebay 3:54

4d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new incredible memoirs about wealth, privilege and its abiding pain: The Friday Afternoon Club, by Griffin Dunne, and Do Something, by Guy Trebay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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New England Vacations: "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman and "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach 3:54

12d ago3:54

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On this beach-ready edition of The Weekly Reader we review two new novels that take us to the sunny shores of coastal New England: Sandwich, by Catherine Newman, and The Wedding People, Alison Espach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Talk to the Animals: "Bear" by Julia Phillips and "The Horse" by Willie Vlautin 3:54

26d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about mysterious visitors and life changing relationships with both two legged and four legged friends: Bear, by Julia Phillips, and The Horse, by Willie Vlautin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Take Me to the Beach: "The Same Bright Stars" by Ethan Joella and "Swan Song" by Elin Hilderbrand 3:54

1M ago3:54

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On this edition of the Weekly Reader, we review two new novels perfect for a summer read, at home or at the beach: The Same Bright Stars, by Ethan Joella, and Swan Song, by Elin Hilderbrand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Women of Sports: "Headshot" by Rita Bullwinkel, and "Coming Home" by Brittney Griner 3:54

1M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review a novel and a memoir that take us deep into the world of women and sports: Headshot, by Rita Bullwinkel, and Coming Home, by Brittney Griner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Poor Dear Planet: "Pearce Oysters" by Joselyn Takacs and "Beep" by Bill Roorbach 3:54

2M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about the future effects of climate change, both real and imagined: Pearce Oysters by Joselyn Takacs and Beep by Bill Roorbach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Great American Novels: "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner and "Familiaris" by David Wrobliewski 3:54

2M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review new work from two American authors that are possibly even better than their debuts: Long Island Compromise, by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, and Familiaris, by David Wrobliewski. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Epic India: "The Covenant of Water" by Abraham Verghese and "Victory City" by Salman Rushdie 3:54

2M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels that capture the enormous complexities and immense landscapes of India: are The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese and Victory City by Salman Rushdie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Women Warriors: "Daughters of Shandong" by Eve Chung and "The Women" by Kristin Hannah 3:54

2M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about women facing incredible uncertainty with grace, power, and fearlessness under staggering circumstances: Daughters of Shandong, by Eve Chung, and The Women, by Kristin Hannah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Hot Summer Reads: "Come and Get It" by Kiley Reid and "Margo Has Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe 3:54

3M ago3:54

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Ah, summer. when if we are lucky, our work loads gets a little lighter, and our reading gets a little lighter, too. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new, not-so-terribly serious releases sure to help you enjoy a day at the beach or by the pool: Come and Get It, by Kiley Reid, and Margo Has Money Troubles, by Rufi Thorpe. See omny…

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Stranger Things: "Real Life and Other Fictions" by Susan Coll and "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio. 3:54

3M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels full of weird events, bizarre coincidences, and almost unbelievable outcomes: Real Life and Other Fictions, by Susan Coll, and The Husbands, by Holly Gramazio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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A Trio of Thrillers: "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon, "Death in the Air" by Ram Murali, and "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore 3:53

3M ago3:53

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review three new thrillers: One of Our Kind, by Nicola Yoon, Death in the Air, by Ram Murali, and The God of the Woods, by Liz Moore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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New Gay Comic Novels from Stephen Rowley and Stephen McCauley 3:24

3M ago3:24

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two hot new, hotly anticipated gay comic novels: The Guncle Abroad, by Stephen Rowley, and You Only Call When You're In Trouble, by Stephen McCauley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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New Memoirs from Salmon Rushdie and Daniel Handler 3:42

4M ago3:42

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Sometimes, you think you know a lot about a favorite author, and then, they write a memoir. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new, revealing memoirs from a pair of famous writers: And Then? And Then? What Else?, by Daniel Handler and Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, by Salman Rushdie. See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

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Eat the Rich: Wives Like Us, by Plum Sykes, and Lies and Weddings, by Kevin Kwan 3:46

4M ago3:46

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The extreme lifestyles of the rich and famous can be somewhat fascinating. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new books about the ultra wealthy and their unique challenges: Wives Like Us, by Plum Sykes, and Lies and Weddings, by Kevin Kwan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Midlife Adventures: "The Lady Waiting" by Magdalena Zyzak, and "All Fours" Miranda July 3:46

4M ago3:46

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about taking a midlife crisis and unexpected adventures: The Lady Waiting, by Magdalena Zyzak, and All Fours, by Miranda July. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Loss: "Fi, A Memoir of My Son" by Alexandra Fuller and "My Beloved Monster" by Caleb Carr 3:40

4M ago3:40

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new extraordinary memoirs about the exquisite joy of true love and the nearly unbearable pain of losing one we love: Fi, A Memoir of My Son, by Alexandra Fuller and My Beloved Monster, by Caleb Carr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Real Characters: "Candy Darling" by Cynthia Carr, and "To Anyone Who Ever Asks" by Howard Fishman 3:50

5M ago3:50

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review new biographies about two women who led mysterious lives in the glamorous, gloriously seedy New York cultural scene in the 1960s and 70s: Candy Darling, by Cynthia Carr, and To Anyone Who Ever Asks, by Howard Fishman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Sloane Crosley Special: "Grief is for People," "The Clasp," and "I Was Told There Would Be Cake" 3:37

5M ago3:37

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American author Sloane Crosley is best known for her humorous essays and stories, but her new book takes a different tack. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review some of her earlier work, The Clasp and I was Told There Would be Cake, and her latest, a memoir called Grief is for People. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The World of Work: "Help Wanted" by Adelle Waldman and "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story" by Kara Swisher 3:38

5M ago3:38

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader we review two new books that take us behind the scenes of two very different and oddly intriguing work environments: Help Wanted, by Adelle Waldman, and Burn Book: A Tech Love Story, by Kara Swisher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Funny Women: "Worry" by Alexandra Tanner and "Sylvia's Second Act" by Hillary Yablon 3:46

5M ago3:46

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There are many good reasons to read a book: to study history, learn a new skill, practice our empathy, have a good cry, or, perhaps, a good laugh. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new books about funny women doing some pretty crazy things: Worry, by Alexandra Tanner, and Sylvia's Second Act, by Hillary Yablon. See omnystudio.com/…

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Black American Fiction: "James" by Percival Everett and "Neighbors and Other Stories" by Diane Oliver 3:41

5M ago3:41

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review a novel and a collection of short fiction from two important black American writers finally getting their due: James, by Percival Everett, and Neighbors and Other Stories, by Diane Oliver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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On Immigration: "The Prince of Los Cocuyos" by Richard Blanco, "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here" by Jonathan Blitzer and "A Map of Future Ruins" by Lauren Markham 3:49

6M ago3:49

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik recommends three books that just might help you make some sense of the crisis at our southern border and the increase in global migration: The Prince of Los Cocuyos, by Richard Blanco, , Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here, by Jonathan Blitzer and A Map of Future Ruins, by Lauren Markham. …

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Fabulous Fables: "The Bullet Swallower" by Elizabeth Gonzalez James and "The Fox Wife" by Yangsee Choo 3:46

6M ago3:46

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik reviews two new fabulous books that blend folklore and family history into tantalizing tales: The Bullet Swallower, by Elizabeth Gonzalez James and The Fox Wife, by Yangsee Choo. All titles available at your favorite local bookstore and online at bookshop.org. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Mental Illness: "The Best Minds" by Jonathan Rosen and :"While You Were Out" by Meg Kissinger 3:48

6M ago3:48

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new memoirs about mental illness that are even more moving when you listen to them as audio books: "While You Were Out" by Meg Kissinger, and "The Best Minds" by Jonathan Rosen. All titles available at your favorite local bookstore and online at bookshop.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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The Art World: "Get the Picture" by Bianca Bosker and "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel 3:50

6M ago3:50

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new books about the people and forces that determine the ups and downs international art market: Get the Picture, by Bianca Bosker, and The Art Thief, by Michael Finkel. All titles available at your favorite local bookstore or online at bookshop.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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People With Causes: "Martyr" by Kaveh Akbar and "Birnam Wood" by Eleanor Catton 3:49

7M ago3:49

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What motivates someone to get involved in a movement or devote themselves to a cause? On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik reviews two new novels about art, activism, and the paths that sometimes lead to radicalism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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My Moody Valentine: Roxana Robinson's "Leaving" and Emily Austin's "Interesting Facts About Space" 3:47

7M ago3:47

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about the game of love and some of its greatest joys, surprises, and challenges: "Leaving" by Roxana Robinson and "Interesting Facts About Space" by Emily Austin. All titles available at your favorite local bookstore or online at bookshop.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Life During COVID: "Joan is Okay" by Weike Wang, and "Fourteen Days" edited by Margaret Atwood and Douglas Preston 3:39

7M ago3:39

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review tow new books, one novel, and a collection of stories, about life during Covid 19: Joan is Okay, by Weike Wang, and Fourteen Days, edited by Margaret Atwood and Douglas Preston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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The Mothers: "Flores and Miss Paula" by Melissa Rivero and "The Underburn" by Bill Gaythwaite 3:40

7M ago3:40

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about navigating life with mom as a grownup: Flores and Miss Paula, by Melissa Rivero, and The Underburn, by Bill Gaythwaite. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Family Life: "Mercury" by Amy Jo Burns" and "Welcome Home, Stranger" by Kate Christensen 3:45

7M ago3:45

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On this edition of TheWeekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik reviews two new novels about messy families and their pursuit of happiness:" Mercury, by Amy Jo Burns, and Welcome Home, Stranger, by Kate Christensen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Breaking Taboos: "The Fetishist" by Katherine Min and "Alice Sadie Celine" by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright 3:47

8M ago3:47

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels that tackle taboos, fetishes, and other transgressive topics: The Fetishist, by Katherine Min, and Alice Sadie Celine, by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Christmas in Nantucket with Elin Hilderbrand 3:48

8M ago3:48

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Perhaps you are familiar with the charming Nordic custom of exchanging books on Christmas eve, to be read cozily by the fire with your best mates and your finest pajamas. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we have a late holiday gift for you! Get comfy and get ready for Christmas in Nantucket with Elin Hilderbrand: Winter Street, Winter Stroll, …

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Adventure Time: "Orbital" by Samantha Harvey and "Airplane Mode" Shahnaz Habib 3:49

9M ago3:49

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new books about travel, exploration, and how where we come from often determines where we go, and how we get there: "Orbital" by Samantha Harvey, and "Airplane Mode" Shahnaz Habi. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Historical Fiction from Ariel Lawhon and Paulette Jiles 3:37

9M ago3:37

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new historical novels that explore hard times in the American past: Chenneville, by Paulette Jiles and The Frozen River, by Ariel Lawhon. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Texas Size: "The Madstone" by Elizabeth Crook and "Mr. Texas" by Lawrence Wright 3:43

9M ago3:43

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Texas is a big land of legends and lore, heroes and villains unlike any other state in the nation. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two Texas-sized tales from The Lone Star State: The Madstone by Elizabeth Crook, and Mr. Texas by Lawrence Wright. All title available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.c…

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Great Reporting: "The Times" by Adam Nagourney, and "Gator Country" by Rebecca Renner 3:50

9M ago3:50

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new examples of deeply researched journalism, proving once again that truth is often stranger than fiction: The Times, by Adam Nagourney, and Gator Country, by Rebecca Renner. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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"My Name is Barbra" 3:41

9M ago3:41

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, Marion Winik gives her take on Barbra Streisand's fascinating new memoir "My Name is Barbra." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af WYPR Baltimore

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Social Circles: "Ana Turns" by Lisa Gornick and "The Children's Bach" by Helen Garner 3:49

10M ago3:49

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What does your social circle say about you? On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels featuring central figures surrounded by rather influential casts of characters: Ana Turns, by Lisa Gornick, and The Children's Bach, by Helen Garner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dispatches from Southeast Asia: Alice McDermott and Vanessa Chan 3:48

10M ago3:48

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik reviews two new historic novels, one set in Malaysia, the other in Vietnam: Absolution, by Alice McDermott, and The Storm We Made, by Veronica Chan. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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When in Rome: "Roman Stories" Jhumpa Lahiri, and "The Helsinki Affair" by Anna Pitoniak 3:48

10M ago3:48

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When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Or at least, watch what they do. I’m Lisa Morgan and today on The Weekly Reader, our book ciritic Marion Winik reviews two very different books with one thing in common: the city of Rome. Roman Stories, Jhumpa Lahiri, and The Helsinki Affair, by Anna Pitoniak. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fin…

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Non-fiction Update: Nathan Thrall, Alexandra Robbins, and Claire Dederer 3:50

11M ago3:50

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review three new non-fiction takes on various aspects of the human condition and how we think about, and, perhaps more importantly, how we value and treat one another: A Day in the Life of Abed Salama, by Nathan Thrall, The Teachers, by Alexandra Robbins, and Monsters, by Claire Dederer. All titles available…

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Social Satire: "Wellness" by Nathan Hill and "The Book of Ayn" by Lexi Freiman 3:50

11M ago3:50

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik reviews a pair of cheeky novels dripping with parody, sarcasm, and wit: Wellness, by Nathan Hill, and The Book of Ayn, by Lexi Freiman. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Book Award Finalists: "The Bee Sting" by Paul Murray and "How to Say Babylon" by Safiya Sinclair 3:41

11M ago3:41

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Fall is book award season, and your friends here at The Weekly Reader have our eyes on a few great contenders. Today on the show, our book critic Marion winik reviews a finalist for the Booker Prize and one for the Kirkus Prize: "The Bee Sting" by Paul Murray, and "How to Say Babylon" by Safiya Sinclair. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and…

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Ben Fountain Special: "Devil Makes Three" and "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk" 3:42

11M ago3:42

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Sometimes the release of a new title by a great author is a welcome excuse to explore their previous work. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review Ben Fountain’s latest novel, Devil Makes Three and an earlier, well-loved work Lynn's Long Halftime Walk. Marion Winikwill be in conversation with Ben Fountain on Monday October 9 at 7 pm, at Pol…

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Women on the Verge: "Breaking and Entering" by Don Gillmor and "Search History" by Amy Taylor 3:44

12M ago3:44

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about women pushed to their limits, and beyond, by forces they don’t quite understand:"Breaking and Entering" by Don Gillmor and "Search History" by Amy Taylor. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dramatic Interpretation: "Speech Team" by Tim Murphy, and "Sugarless" by James Magruder 3:35

12M ago3:35

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, our book critic Marion Winik takes us back to school with a pair of novels about navigating complex teenage terrain and finding your tribe: "Speech Team" by Tim Murphy, and "Sugarless" by James Magruder. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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New books from old favorites: Ann Patchett and Angie Kim 3:49

12M ago3:49

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Everybody has a few favorite authors, and it's a thrill when they release a new book. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels from old friends: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett and "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim. All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Cristina Garcia Special 3:44

1y ago3:44

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review "Vanishing Maps" by Cuban-born American Christina Garcia, and revisit another title from her back catalog, "Dreaming in Cuban." All titles available at The Ivy Bookshop and other fine local retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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