A review of Duy Đoàn’s collection of poetry, “Zombie Vomit Mad Libs.”
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Art Theft, Risk, and Hope in an Apocalypse
Andrea L. Rogers’ new young adult novel, “The Art Thieves,” presents a post-apocalyptic landscape that, despite challenging characters and readers, still offers paths forward and hope for a dark world.
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“One in the Chamber”: A Political Thriller with a Satirical Bite
A review of Robin Peguero’s dark political satire set in the hallowed halls of the Capitol: part thriller, part mystery, part social examination.
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“Penalties of June” Is a Reminder That the ’90s Are Dead, Noir Isn’t, and Life After Prison Is a Long and Difficult Road
A review of John Brandon’s novel “Penalties of June.”
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Finding Meaning in Female Emptiness in “Softie”
A review of Megan Howell’s striking short story collection, “Softie.”
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“Half-Lives” Exalts the Middle-Aged Woman-Artist
A review of “Half-Lives” by Lynn Schmeidler.
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“Docile” Explores Mother-Daughter Relationship & More
Docile, a memoir by Hyeseung Song, perfectly encapsulates the generational trauma of the immigrant experience.
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An Artist Searches for Identity and Belonging in “Final Cut”
A review of “Final Cut,” a graphic novel by Charles Burns.
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In “Magicicada,” A Voice Long Buried Emerges and Sings
Claire Millikin maps trauma to the cicadas’ cyclical lives of “burial and ascension.”
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“No One Gets to Fall Apart” Is an Unflinching Look at Mental Illness, Trauma, and Belonging
This review of Sarah LaBrie’s debut memoir, “No One Gets to Fall Apart,” explores the themes of generational trauma and belonging that shape the book.
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