
In our afternoon reading: an interview with A.S. Hamrah, pondering two dystopian novels, and more.

In our afternoon reading: an interview with A.S. Hamrah, pondering two dystopian novels, and more.

In our weekend reading: thoughts on Ayşegül Savaş’s work, a review of Numün’s latest album, and more.

In our afternoon reading: Ayşegül Savaş on the year in books, notes on the music of Robbie Basho, and more.

In our afternoon reading: talking with Irene Solà and Mara Faye Lethem, fiction and art converging, and more.

In our weekend reading: thoughts on Sasha Fletcher’s novel, international horror fiction, and more.

When it comes to books, December often brings the unexpected. This year is no different; even with paper shortages and distribution issues complicating the world of publishing, this month had plenty of notable books to offer. This includes multiple works by certified geniuses and a host of intriguing books in translation. Looking for some cold-weather reading? Read on for our recommendations.

In our morning reading: Gina Apostol on the year in books, comics and desserts converge, and more.

In our afternoon reading: reviews of books by Johannes Anyuru and Virginie Despentes, a playlist from Lance Olsen, and more.