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On my radar: Dave Eggers’s cultural highlights

The American author on whale watching, Kehinde Wiley’s hypnotic paintings and an indispensable Canadian singer-songwriter

The Guardian - UK

‘Blood of our blood’: how Lincoln, the first Republican president, embraced immigration

Harold Holzer discusses his new book, a timely study of how the 16th president tackled a perennial American problem

The Guardian - US

Ukrainian writer Andrey Kurkov: ‘I felt guilty writing fiction in a time of war’

When Putin attacked, the novelist switched his focus to journalism. Two years on, he talks about his new crime series, life in Kyiv, and fiction as an escape from reality

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Alphabetical Diaries by Sheila Heti review – easy as ABC

A journal, scrambled then re-ordered by the first letter of each sentence, proves an oddly captivating experiment in writing

The Guardian - UK

Before After review – artist’s life becomes a blank canvas in amnesiac musical

This two-hander has a high concept and appealing performances but the script and songs lack emotional pull

The Guardian - UK

New Book Claims Queen Elizabeth Wanted Diana Spencer to Marry Someone Else in the Royal Family, Not Prince Charles

In the leadup to Charles and Diana’s 1981 wedding, the Queen had some reservations.

Marie Claire

With Days to Go, Princess Diana Nearly Called Off Her Wedding to Prince Charles—Until This Key Player Intervened

“As far as Diana was concerned, the royal wedding was off.”

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OPINION - Transsexual apostate by Debbie Hayton review: how not to have a helpful conversation about trans rights

Within the ongoing and toxic “debate” about trans rights, secondary school teacher, trade unionist and writer Debbie Hayton offers a unique perspective — she is a trans woman with gender-critical views. Her debut book, Transsexual Apostate, uses memoir as a jumping-off point for her wider theories and opinions about transgender…

Evening Standard

Basavaraj Kattimani responded to his time through his novels, says Nataraj Huliyar

Novelist and activist Basavaraj Kattimani's writing addressed social issues and introduced nationalism and communism to readers.

The Hindu

‘Reading is so sexy’: gen Z turns to physical books and libraries

Book sales boom as readers escape the ‘oversaturation and noise of the wild west digital landscape’

The Guardian - UK

The best recent science fiction and fantasy – reviews roundup

The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown; Shigidi and the Brass Head of Obalufon by Wole Talabi; Red Side Story by Jasper Fforde; Past Crimes by Jason Pinter; The City of Stardust by Georgia Summers

The Guardian - UK

How Should a Diary Be? Sheila Heti Scrambles Her Life in Alphabetical Diaries

Heti takes her autofiction to the next level by publishing her journals—with editing help from Excel

The Walrus

Margaret Atack obituary

Other lives: Leading scholar of French literature of and about the second world war

The Guardian - UK

Cyrus Broacha’s tribute to The Hindu Litfest 2024

How Cyrus survived his session at The Hindu Litfest 2024 by following the principles he applies to his marriage — keeping quiet for long periods of time, and interspersing the silence with “Sorry”

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Pity by Andrew McMillan review – men and memories in a Yorkshire pit town

The poet’s deft first novel conveys the personal and political pain felt by three generations in his home town

The Hindu

‘The Indian and Pakistani armies were born out of the same womb,’ says Probal DasGupta

‘Camouflaged — Forgotten Stories from Battlefields’ explores India's history through war stories, revealing intriguing relationships and real experiences.

Salon

The origins of Chinese-American foods

“American Chinese cuisine is the flavor of resilience, the flavor of adaptability, the flavor of persistence"

Evening Standard

This Love exclusive extract: Lotte Jeffs's new novel on recoupling with the one that got away

Nowt so queer as love: as Lotte Jeffs’ new novel will attest

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The Great Undoing by Sharlene Allsopp review – experimental debut takes on the tech apocalypse

A very personal, very meta journey into a tech apocalypse asks how much history we take with us – and who gets to write it

The Guardian - UK

Bernardine Evaristo defends Royal Society of Literature over ‘false accusations’

Society’s president says claims of ageism, censorship and lowering standards are unfounded

The Guardian - UK

I will defend the Royal Society of Literature against all attacks. It is more alive than ever

I cherish this august institution. Moving with the times doesn’t mean sidelining fellows – or devaluing the society’s principles, says Bernardine Evaristo

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Dr. Anthony Fauci's Memoir Chronicles Career and Public Health Challenges

Dr. Anthony Fauci, renowned infectious disease expert, is set to release his memoir On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service in June, chronicling his ...

International Business Times

Best Audiobooks For 2024: Sounds Of Inspiration And Relaxation

With the best audiobooks within reach, you will never go wrong whenever you want some relaxing time at home or when you are traveling.

Woman & Home

Is One Day based on a true story? The real inspiration behind the heartbreaking Netflix series

Here's what you need to know about what One Day is based on, as the new series hits Netflix

Ultra romantic new Netflix series nets 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

Netflix has just launched the most romantic show of 2024.

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