Emptied
February 15, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Dublin writer Colm Tóibín contributes again to the short story form with the highly celebrated “The Empty Family,” nine bittersweet stories about yearning and regret.
Lover
February 1, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Every Valentine’s Day for the past 23 years, David Levithan writes a story for his family and friends. Two years ago, it took Levithan precisely two weeks to write the bestseller “The Lover’s Dictionary.”
Radioactive
December 7, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Ever since scientists have recognized radioactivity as an atomic property, the world has struggled with nuclear weapons proliferation, debated the role of radiation in medical treatment and pondered nuclear energy as a solution to climate change.
Decoded
November 23, 2010 · 1 Comment
At first glance, “Decoded” by Jay-Z is another story about a boy from the projects who changes from a life of drug dealing to a life of art and entrepreneurism. But it’s more than that – it’s from the man who mastered rap and hip-hop (and he put a ring on it!).
Knife Music
November 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment
“Knife Music,” is likely the best coming out party of the year as it marks the debut for suspense writer David Carnoy.
Animal House
October 26, 2010 · Leave a Comment
With whimsical illustrations by Ian Falconer, “Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary,” by David Sedaris, seems to be a children’s book at first glance. Remember, however, not to judge a book by its cover.
No biting
October 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment
“Insatiable” by Meg Cabot is no ordinary vampire book.
Vel’d'Hiv
September 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Compelling and startling, “Sarah’s Key” page-by-page strikes into the heart of the horrors seen at Vel ‘d’Hiv and the heart of human experience and connection.
A Trilogy
September 14, 2010 · Leave a Comment
The three-book series, “The Chronicles of The Raven” by James Barclay follows a group of mercenaries through their adventures in Balaia.


