Roxane Gay on 'Opinions', her new book of essays
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with writer Roxane Gay about her new book, "Opinions."
Books
Keegan-Michael Key and Elle Key on their new book about the history of sketch comedy
NPR's Scott Simon asks Keegan-Michael and Elle Key about their new book, "The History of Sketch Comedy."
Benjamín Labatut's novel 'The Maniac' follows an AI scientist troubled by his work
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Benjamín Labatut about his new novel, "The Maniac," a fictionalized account of a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence.
How I learned to stop worrying and love Edgar Allan Poe
If your love for Edgar Allan Poe has been gently rapping, rapping at your chamber door, just embrace it and watch Netflix's The Fall of the House of Usher because it is a hoot and a half.
Graphic novelist Daniel Clowes makes his otherworldly return in 'Monica'
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with graphic novelist Daniel Clowes about his much anticipated newest work, Monica.
Syrian author Khaled Khalifa, a titan of contemporary Arabic literature, dies at 59
Celebrated Syrian novelist Khaled Khalifa died at age 59 in Damascus. An important figure in contemporary Arabic literature, he was known for his outspoken nature and proclivity to critique power.
After a career of cracking cold cases, investigator Paul Holes opens up
Holes spent more than 20 years investigating crimes in California and played a critical role in identifying the so-called Golden State Killer. His book is Unmasked. Originally broadcast Aug. 10, 2022.
'This Book Is Banned' introduces little kids to a big topic
In Raj Haldar's new picture book, a lot of random stuff gets banned: giraffes, avocados, old roller skates. Haldar hopes kids have fun with This Book Is Banned but also learn about censorship.
'Brooklyn Crime Novel' explores relationships among the borough's cultures and races
Jonathan Lethem's narrative is a nonlinear mosaic; an amalgamation of vignettes coming together to create a beautiful, gritty, impeccably researched portrait of Brooklyn, its history, and its people.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has one main guiding principle: 'Be Useful'
Champion bodybuilder, Hollywood superstar, Governor of California — Arnold Schwarzenegger offers a few pieces of advice about living a successful life in his new book Be Useful.