All Books
- James Lee Burke on writing, inspiration, and what comes next
There were 13 years in the middle of his career when James Lee Burke was out of print. 'I wrote all that time,' he says. 'I work every day.'
- 'War at the End of the World' recounts the battle for New Guinea – a vital yet overlooked World War II story
The fighting lasted for almost four years, and all of its commanders considered it a crucial turning point in the war, and yet the entire operation is often relegated to also-ran status.
- Are professional writers an endangered species? Philip Pullman says yes.
A number of recent studies suggest authors are struggling financially.
- 'Silence' is being re-released in English translation in advance of a 2016 film adaptation by Martin Scorsese
Japanese novelist Shūsaku Endō explores themes of life, death, and moral value in a searching and disquieting novel.
- 'One Child' considers the long-term impact of China’s one-child policy
Journalist Mei Fong makes a convincing argument that the number of births prevented by the policy – while great – is not as large as the Chinese government says.
- Bestselling books the week of 1/7/15, according to IndieBound* What's flying fastest off the shelves of independent bookstores this week? IndieBound's list is based on reporting from hundreds of independent bookstores across the United States for the sales week ended Sunday, Jan. 3, 2015.
- Zarqawi: a martyr, his motives, and the ‘rise of ISIS’
In interview, ‘Black Flags’ author Joby Warrick explains the bloody legacy left by Abu Musab al-Zarqawi.
- 'The Relevance of Religion' reconciles faith to politics – and Americans to each other
John Danforth reflects on more than half a century of Christian faith, American government, and how knowing the difference can make our country work.
- 'No More Champagne' reveals Winston Churchill's spendthrift ways
Churchill was a big and careless spender throughout his life, endlessly hustling for loans and deals to support his pricey and princely habits.
- 'The Last Volcano' is the remarkable story of a forgotten scientific pioneer
The eruption of Mount Pelee in the Antilles in 1902 made Thomas Jagger wonder: 'Why hadn't human knowledge advanced enough since Pompeii to prevent a replay of such suffering?'