A look at what’s steaming up the shelves this month.
After the Fall: From the End of History to the Crisis of Democracy, How Politicians Broke Our World
By Ian Shapiro
An astute, sobering assessment of lawmakers’ blundering.
Passion & Presence
By Jupiter Berrysmith
Reflections on the Capital Love LitFest.
Sunny Days
By David Kamp
A sentimental, unbiased look at the origins of our most beloved kids’ shows.
Let the People Pick the President
By Jesse Wegman
An expert deftly argues in favor of the popular vote.
Right Back Where We Started From
By Joy Lanzendorfer
Three generations of women pursue — for better or worse — the American Dream.
A look at what’s steaming up the shelves this month.
An entertaining, close examination of how the iconic 19th-century author plied his trade.
A Singular Storyteller
By Matthew Petti
The late Stephen Dixon was a true master of his craft.
Competitive Grieving: A Novel
By Nora Zelevansky
Though it aims for pithy commentary on anguish, love, and growth, this story ultimately lacks a cohesive message.
We came, we read, we gushed. Here’s a recap of the titles that left us especially warm and swoony last month.
