Books and Literature
#MeTooInceste: French Survivors of Incest Speak Out After Abuse Scandal
After a famed French political scientist was accused of sexually abusing his stepson, survivors of incest came forward with their experiences using the hashtag #MeTooInceste.
Get Lost in the Pages of 2021's Most Highly Anticipated New Books
Enjoy the rare pleasure of turning the crisp pages of some of these intriguing books coming out in the first half of the year. Newsweek has chosen some of the best new fiction and nonfiction for your reading pleasure.
30 Thoughtful Book Choices for Everyone on Your Holiday List
Having trouble picking out the perfect gift for everyone on your list? Did you wait till the last minute? Never fear, Newsweek has curated a list of book choices for you, with a selection of photo essays, biographies, novels, thrillers and more.
'Singular Sensation' Chronicles 1990s Broadway With a Little Razzle Dazzle
Michael Riedel's engaging new book "Singular Sensation," brings backstage drama front and center stage with news, gossip and bold-faced names.
University of Chicago Graduate English Focusing On Black Studies for 2021
One of the top graduate English programs in the country is accepting Black Studies scholars for the 2020-2021 admissions period.
Did Your Favorite Book Make The Cut of NYPL's Most Checked-Out Books List?
The Library's top ten list, whether you've read the book hundreds of times or just once for an English class, will have you scrambling for your library card.
25 Must-Read Fall Fiction and Nonfiction Books to Escape the Chaos of 2020
Our list of the most anticipated fiction and nonfiction due to arrive this fall. From tales of immigrants finding their way in America to visionary science fiction, from a biography of iconic chef James Beard to the real lives of Neanderthals, there are mental vacations here for everyone.
RIP Carlos Ruiz Zafón—8 Books by The Spanish Author That Will Live On
Carlos Ruiz Zafón's published confirmed his death on Friday.
Was 'The Help' Based On A True Story?
Kathryn Stockett, author of the bestselling novel, was sued by her brother's former housekeeper who claimed that a character was based on her without her knowledge.
Jennifer Weiner Released Her Newest Book 'Big Summer'—Here's What We Know
The best-selling author's latest book has already been lauded as "the beach read to end all beach reads."
Celebrate World Book Day With Some of Newsweek's Favorite Lockdown Reads
"Netflix makes it easy to browse for something new to watch, and while many libraries have virtual browsing experiences, let's face it, they aren't exactly easy to navigate with any real success."
'The Ministry for the Future' By Kim Stanley Robinson Cover Reveal
Check out our exclusive cover reveal for bestselling science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson's upcoming novel 'The Ministry for the Future.'
Depression, Depression Books, Do-Gooders…and Willie Nelson's 70th Album | Opinion
On the Street: Are we going to have an economic Depression? Plus: Great books about the 30s and companies that have stepped up during the pandemic.
A Jewish Boy's Pilgrimage to Find His Childhood Nanny's Home in Jamaica
How did a Jewish boy from New Jersey end up with a Jamaican accent? "Another Mother" is a memoir about the search for the history of a childhood nanny in Jamaica, revealing unexpected secrets and a spiritual Promised Land.
The Literary Influences of Superstar Musician David Bowie
Bowie was more than a multi-platinum rock and roller. He was also one of the more literate composers in the business.
Music Journalist John O'Connell on David Bowie's Literary Influences
O'Connell interviewed Bowie in 2002, and he now shares his insights about Bowie and how his book on Bowie's literary influences came into being.
Google Doodle Honors Sylvia Plath, American Poet and Novelist
Though she only lived to the age of 30, Sylvia Plath made an indelible mark on the literary world.
Q&A with Author Donna Freitas
"Schools are taking better measures to protect confidentiality and make the experience less intimidating. But it's difficult to understand exactly how hard it is to come forward unless you've been through it."
3 Times 'Little Women' Made a Cameo in Modern Television
Even fictional characters have a love of "Little Women."
A Conversation With the Author of 'The Art of Noticing'
Walker opens up about his new book, 'The Art of Noticing,' and innovation in the digital age.
How Books And Food Fueled a Love of Travel and 8 Novels
How wonderful it is for the constant reader when the two opposed sorts of successful journeys - the actual and the imaginative - blend into a single experience.
Winners of the National Book Award for Fiction
The winners of the National Book Award for fiction, perhaps the most prestigious book prize in America.
75 Best Biographies of All Time
This list of the greatest biographies of all time covers the arts, literature, politics, science and history, and includes household names such as Barack Obama, Nelson Mandela and Helen Keller.
Google Lauds Chinua Achebe, Famous Nigerian Author
Achebe is often called the "father of modern African literature" but was only belatedly recognized in the West.
Andy Weir on "Artemis," Tina Fey, and casting The Rock
The best-selling author of 'The Martian' on writing his second book, why he chose a female lead, and who might play his characters in the film.
Trump Drools Over Ivanka in Baldwin's Satirical Memoir
"'Ooh, thanks,' she said, and blew me a kiss. I caught it and put it in my mouth. Nice."
J.K. Rowling Wants Otter Pics for Politics Depression
They might help cure the malaise caused by "incompetent clowns in power" and by the opposition, which she says is "turning into a solipsistic personality cult."
Celebrating 50 Years of '100 Years of Solitude'
First published in 1967, Gabriel Garcia Marquez's modern classic has touched millions of readers, including former U.S. presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.
'Martian' Author Andy Weir Back to Space for Next Book
"Artemis," a thriller set in the near future in the first city on the moon, is due out in November. Movie rights have reportedly been acquired.
Bill Clinton and James Patterson Team Up on Thriller
The unlikely pair have a novel titled "The President Is Missing" due out in June 2018.