The Sound of the Sea: Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans

What can the beachy treasures tell us about the health of our planet?

Musical Chairs

By Amy Poeppel

Musical Chairs

This comedy of errors hits all the right notes.

Mother Land

By Leah Franqui

Mother Land

An enjoyable story of self-discovery and friendship that occasionally meanders.

Districts that Succeed: Breaking the Correlation Between Race, Poverty, and Achievement

When it comes to developing good schools, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

The Great Dissenter: The Story of John Marshall Harlan, America’s Judicial Hero

A compelling look at an unusual — and unlikely — civil rights champion.

My Mistress’ Eyes Are Raven Black: A Novel

Romance and suspense intertwine in this riveting thriller set on post-WWI Ellis Island.

Blind Man’s Bluff: A Memoir

A young man loses his sight, but not his vision, in this excellent new work.

The Great Guide: What David Hume Can Teach Us about Being Human and Living Well

A winning primer on the 18th-century thinker’s philosophy of life.