A peek at what’s on tap this week.
A recap of the books we’ve spotlighted in the past few days.
An almost cinematic examination of antiquity's seminal killing.
The Secret History of Kindness: Learning from How Dogs Learn
By Melissa Holbrook Pierson
Interweaving science, philosophy, and personal anecdotes, the author explores the history of animal training.
Coming to the Gaithersburg Book Festival? Don’t forget your rookie readers!
An Interview with Monica Byrne
By Craig Laurance Gidney
The author’s debut novel mixes technology and mythic quests in near-future India and Ethiopia.
The Given World: A Novel
By Marian Palaia
In this tale featuring a keen-eyed protagonist, there’s no place like home.
The author of The Queen of the Tearling discusses inspiration, favorite writers, and the shortsightedness of the YA label.
Early Warning: A Novel
By Jane Smiley
This densely populated family saga aims to be more than the sum of its parts.
Trampoline: An Illustrated Novel
By Robert Gipe
Black-and-white drawings make an impact in this poignant tale with an almost visceral sense of place.
