Books

The 11 Best New Books Of April
From a modern spin on The Great Gatsby to a novel inspired by tradwives.

The 10 Best New Books About Women Breaking The Mold
From Lena Dunham's new memoir to Oyinkan Braithwaite's witty romance.
'One Nightstand' With Elizabeth Banks
From Effie Trinket to her latest role in ‘The Miniature Wife,’ the actor reflects on the moments that defined her career — and the books that shaped her along the way.
Book Club
What Maggie O'Farrell Learned Bringing Hamnet To The Big Screen
The author reflects on learning the art of screenwriting — and why novels still have her heart.
Elder Millennial Adultery Just Hits Different
In Erin Somers’ The Ten Year Affair, a woman grapples with a lack of fulfillment.
Susan Orlean Won’t Rest On Her Laurels
The acclaimed journalist turns the lens on herself for the first time in Joyride.
Patricia Lockwood’s Fever Dream
The author’s new novel, Will There Ever Be Another You, is a dispatch from an unwell (but still brilliant) mind.
Amy Odell Understands The Assignment
How the two-time New York Times bestselling author and journalist got the goods on Gwyneth Paltrow.
Rob Franklin Says Goodbye To All That
The debut author — and avowed Joan Didion fan — opens up about his writing process.
Molly Jong-Fast Wrote Her Memoir For You
The author hopes the public will find relief in reading How to Lose Your Mother.
Margaret Atwood Won’t Leave Gilead Just Yet
The author of The Handmaid’s Tale is already looking forward to the adaptation of its sequel, The Testaments — and to releasing her first memoir.
The $2.99 Snack Dylan Mulvaney Relied On To Write Her Book
Paper Doll give fans a look behind the TikTok star’s hyperfeminine public persona.
That Friend Just Wrote An Audiobook
Sabrina Brier’s audiobook is inspired by her TikTok character.
Y2K Trends Are Back, But What Happened To The Optimism?
Colette Shade’s new book explores the era’s cultural output — and the sociopolitical trends that informed it.
Miranda July’s Year Of Perimenopausal Thinking
The author’s novel has been lighting up group chats since its release this spring.
Patrick Radden Keefe’s Hollywood Homecoming
The Say Nothing author had abandoned his screenwriting dreams — until producers expressed interest in adapting his books.
Aya Cash’s Broadway Routine Is Part Cardio, Part Bravo Binges
The actor discusses Giant’s timely themes and the rituals that keep her grounded on and offstage.
'One Nightstand' With Elizabeth Banks
From Effie Trinket to her latest role in ‘The Miniature Wife,’ the actor reflects on the moments that defined her career — and the books that shaped her along the way.
The 11 Best New Books Of April
From a modern spin on The Great Gatsby to a novel inspired by tradwives.
Emma Straub Wrote This For Your Pleasure
The author and bookshop owner opens up about her latest novel American Fantasy.
'One Nightstand' With Caitríona Balfe
The four books the Outlander actor can’t stop thinking about — and gifting to friends.
Mallory Edens On Writing Her Own Narrative
The model turned producer was called a “trophy daughter” at 18. Now she’s the one greenlighting the stories.

