“The Hero of This Book” Melds Memoir and Fiction while Moving Through Time and Space

A review of Elizabeth McCracken’s book, “The Hero of This Book.”

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“The Gospel of Rot” Is A Surreal, Transcendental Addition to Appalachian Literature

A review of Gregory Ariail’s novel, “The Gospel of Rot.”

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“Valley of Shadows” Is a Supernatural Genre Fusion that Sheds Light on Real Issues

A review of Rudy Ruiz’s new novel, “Valley of Shadows.”

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“The Unfolding” Explores How People Desperately Cling to Ideology in the Face of Alienation

A review of A.M. Homes’ novel, “The Unfolding.”

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“How to Survive the Apocalypse” Faces the End — Or Perhaps the Renewal — of the World

A review of Jacqueline Allen Trimble’s book of poetry, “How to Survive the Apocalypse.”

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“Stories from the Tenants Downstairs”: The Raw Humanity of Real-Life Stories

A review of Sidik Fofana’s collection of short stories, “Stories from the Tenants Downstairs.”

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“Girl One” Is An Empowering Tale About the Adversities Faced while Gaining Autonomy

A review of Sarah Flannery Murphy’s novel, “Girl One.”

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