Seeking Fortune Elsewhere by Sindya Bhanoo
The epigraph of Sindya Bhanoo’s debut collection Seeking Fortune Elsewhere raises the poignant question, "Do you understand the sadness of geography?" These stories delve into the experiences of South Indian immigrants and their...
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Sally Rooney, an Irish writer, gained recognition with her first novel, Conversations with Friends, followed by Normal People. The latter has received numerous awards and accolades, including winning the best novel in the...
The Idiot by Elif Batuman
Elif Batuman, in the Spring 2006 issue of n+1, explores the essence of the novel. She contrasts short stories that often focus on concise language with novels that embrace the "irrelevant garbage." In...
A Dream Come True by Juan Carlos Onetti, translated by Katherine Silver
Juan Carlos Onetti's writing is unique as it delves into the depths of human emotions, presenting a stark yet beautiful exploration of life's complexities. In his collection of short stories, Onetti masterfully portrays...
Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
The debut collection of short stories titled Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah is represented by an introductory quote from Kendrick Lamar, setting an optimistic tone for readers. Throughout the book, Adjei-Brenyah showcases...
Wake, Siren by Nina MacLaughlin
Nina MacLaughlin's book Wake, Siren: Ovid Resung joins a growing trend, including works like Circe by Madeline Miller and The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker, in reimagining classical myths through a...
Luster by Raven Leilani
Raven Leilani’s Luster portrays a Black woman striving to establish herself and her art in a predominantly white society. This novel has garnered attention from writers such as Justin Torres, Brit Bennett, and...
Oldladyvoice by Elisa Victoria, translated by Charlotte Whittle
The novel "Oldladyvoice" by Elisa Victoria presents a vivid picture of a young girl named Marina and her experiences growing up in 1990s Spain. Marina, the nine-year-old narrator, is staying with her grandmother...
A King Alone by Jean Giono, translated by Alyson Waters
Published in French in 1947, A King Alone marked a shift in the works of the French writer Jean Giono. Previously known for his optimistic, nature-inspired novels, his later postwar works took on...
Bewilderment by Richard Powers
The beauty of growing up in East Tennessee includes the Smoky Mountains that stretch across the North Carolina border. These mountains were once taller than the Himalayas millions of years ago but have...
