The latest from the chronicler of urban grit known for “Lush Life” and “Clockers” — as well as writing on “The Wire” TV series — is set in 2008 in East Harlem, where a five-story ...

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With a new book out Thursday, Cecelia Ahern could be forgiven for taking a break but she's already finished her next book and is also working on writing for both the big and small screens.

The book follows sheltered Catholic schoolgirl Sophie on a Midwest odyssey, where lust has become synonymous with death and her own burgeoning sexuality could be a sign of infection. Though it’s ...

November 7, 2024 • With 23 short essays on creatures ranging from the wombat to the spider, Katherine Rundell's new book is essential reading for anyone whose wonder could use a jumpstart.

'It's a lot for a small child, it's a lot for me. If you have a child that's sick, it's like a full-time job. With ...

In the book, Delaney takes readers on a journey from Abu Dhabi to Newcastle, then to London, Paris, Moscow, and New York, investigating allegations of sportswashing and misconduct within football.