Towards the end of Peter Ackroyd’s first novel, The Great Fire of London ... examination of the nature of cause and effect across time. Again the setting of the book is London and whereas previously ...

Although his literary works are by no means uniformly successful, Peter Ackroyd may safely be described as an author ... poetry (often strange), riddling fiction, a book on transvestism (nice pix), a ...

The year is 1964, and when Peter Sellers wasn't starring as three different characters in the biting Cold War satire Dr.

The book will be adapted into a 2026 film, and its blockbuster sales suggest that there's still plenty of interest in this ...

Acclaimed composer and pianist Poppy Ackroyd has released her new single, "Notes on Water" – a collaborative project with her late father, the renowned artist Norman Ackroyd. The inspiration for ...

It’s a good month for criticism in the literary world, with new books in April exploring everything from early-’00s feminism to modern TV and video games. On the fiction side, there’s a new ...

Our critic on the month’s best releases. By Alida Becker A new book collects the Paper Magazine co-founder Kim Hastreiter’s most treasured belongings, and friends. By Tas Tobey In “The M ...

In “The Stained Glass Window,” David Levering Lewis delves into his ancestry to create a fuller picture of his family and its place in American history. David Sheff’s new biography, “Yoko ...

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November 25, 2024 • Books We Love returns with 350+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 12 years of recommendations all in one place — that's nearly 4,000 great reads.

Whether you’ve joined the 2025 challenge on Goodreads or you’re already planning your spring break and summer holiday reading material, you’re spoiled for choice with new book releases from ...