Check out some of the best new Southern releases of January 2024.
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In “Only If You’re Lucky,” Female Friendships Prove Anything But Fortunate
Stacy Willingham’s latest novel isn’t her best work, but she still deserves a place alongside Paula Hawkins and Gillian Flynn in the pantheon of great psychological thriller authors.
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“there is moon enough still // to walk home by:” A review of John Hoppenthaler’s “Night Wing Over Metropolitan Area”
A review of John Hoppenthaler’s new collection of poetry, “Night Wing Over Metropolitan Area.”
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Art Crimes and Family History in “Letting In Air and Light”
A review of Teresa Tumminello Brader’s book, “Letting in Air and Light.”
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2023 Staff Favorites
The SRB editorial team looks back on the best books they read in 2023.
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“Desire Museum”: A Curated Study in Longing
Danielle Cadena Duelen’s latest poetry collection reads with immediacy and importance, yet unhurried.
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“The Museum of Failures” Gives Call to Action for Today, Teaches What to Pass to the Next Generation
Thrity Umriger’s latest novel delivers an education in cultural values, religion, family secrets and the disparate ways of immigrant life.
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“It’s Just the Same Damn Thing”: Molly McGhee on the State of Modern U.S. Work Culture
An interview with Molly McGhee about her new novel, “Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind.”
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“Holy American Burnout!” Sparks Hope and Conversation
Enfield plays with structural conventions in his debut essay collection, “Holy American Burnout!”
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“Tell It True” Tackles Theme of Ethical Journalism
Tim Lockette draws on his professional expertise for this fast-paced novel for teens and older readers.
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