Books and Literature – Page 4

Goodreads Had So Much Potential. Here’s How to Redeem It.

The primary online destination for book lovers has become synonymous with backbiting, scandal and deceit. But it’s not too late to fix it.

December 24, 2023

Here Are 9 Picture Books Being Challenged in America

These children’s picture books have been banned. To some, the topics — racism, sexuality, transgender identity and gay relationships — are not appropriate for very young readers.

December 23, 2023

The Morning Readers’ Favorite Things of 2023

Your very specific, highly idiosyncratic best-ofs of the year.

December 23, 2023

Antonio Negri, Philosopher Who Wrote a Surprise Best Seller, Dies at 90

He became famous twice: first in 1979, for his imprisonment related to the murder of a former Italian premier, and then 20 years later, for his influential book “Empire.”

December 22, 2023

When the season calls for merry murder mysteries

Agatha Christie spirits me away to fancy houses and glamorous island retreats.