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Legendary 'Godfather of Latin Hustle' Releases Memoir on Dance, Addiction, and Redemption

From the grit of the Bronx to global stages, Surviving Yourself chronicles a world champion's battle with heroin and his ultimate rise to salsa royalty.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Get a Reboot with Asian American Twist

Acclaimed comics writer Gene Luen Yang takes over the iconic franchise, bringing a new perspective to the beloved characters.

Literary Agent Albert Zuckerman, 'Hero of the Blockbuster,' Dies at 94

Zuckerman founded Writers House in 1973 and represented dozens of best-selling authors over his 50-year career.

Lynn Painter Announces New YA Novel 'Trust Fall'

The bestselling author's latest book follows a teen's move from Nebraska to New York City after an unexpected inheritance.

Books Reveal the Real 'Love Story' of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette

From memoirs to biographies, these titles provide an intimate look at the iconic '90s couple beyond the FX series.

Ken Follett's Next Epic Novel Heads to Victorian Britain

The bestselling author's new historical fiction explores forbidden romance amid strict social norms.

Harry Potter Audible stars say new originals expand imaginations

The voice actors behind the Audible original recordings of the beloved fantasy series discuss the thrill of bringing the magical stories to life in a new immersive way.

Audible's New 'Harry Potter' Full-Cast Audio Editions Expand Listeners' Imaginations

Voice stars from the Audible original recordings say they were thrilled to fire up listeners' imaginations with the magical stories.

Liza Minnelli's Memoir Lacks the Sparkle of Her Career

The 80-year-old entertainer's new book "Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!" offers a circumspect look at her life and times.

Baker Vaughan Novel Explores Grief, Identity, and Redemption

Stuart Hotchkiss' new book follows a man's journey to confront unresolved sorrow and rebuild his life after tragedy.

Amy Dubois Barnett's New Novel Explores Ambition and Misogyny in 2000s Magazine Industry

The author, who was the first Black deputy editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar, draws from her own experiences breaking barriers in media

What Author Would You Most Like to Meet?

The Times followed the creator of the graphic novel series 'Dog Man' on a recent book tour.

Sarah J. Maas Reveals Two New 'ACOTAR' Books Coming Soon

The bestselling author announces the next installments in the popular fantasy series will arrive in 2026 and 2027.

Hidden Affections Brings Black LGBTQ+ Romance to the Page

Debut novel by Zaire Anwar explores love, identity, and belonging for African-American same-sex couple

Toni Morrison's Legacy Debated as New Editions, Criticism Released

Critics discuss the risks of canonizing the acclaimed author and whether it could flatten her complex ideas.

6 Highly Anticipated Book Adaptations Coming in 2026

From a forensic thriller series to a sci-fi epic, these upcoming TV shows and movies based on books are must-see events.

Rookie Cop Confronts Trauma and Duty in 'Missing Sister'

Joshilyn Jackson's new thriller explores the complex relationship between a police officer and her murdered twin sister's rapists.

The Church Of The Very Last Chance Blends Satire, Myth, And Metafiction

David Holper's novel challenges materialism and imagines a different path forward.

Columbia Hosts Kincaid and Danticat in Conversation

Annual Zora Neale Hurston Lecture features renowned authors at Schomburg Center event.

Bestselling Author J.R. Ward Talks About "Crown of War and Shadow" with Club Calvi

Ward discusses her new romantasy novel, an instant New York Times bestseller, and her writing process.