May's 'Enchantment' aims to reawaken our innate sense of wonder and awe
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with author Katherine May about her latest book, Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age.
Books
'Homestead' is a story about starting fresh, and the joys and trials of melding lives
Alaska-born author Melinda Moustakis' debut novel Homestead is beautiful; it's also a profound look at how we navigate one another, and what it means to reveal ourselves to the ones we care about.
'I Have Some Questions For You' is a dark, uncomfortable story that feels universal
In less capable hands, all of this would be too much. But Rebecca Makkai manages to juggle every subplot brilliantly; each sings with a unique voice that harmonizes with the crime story at the heart.
Dan Santat on his graphic novel 'A First Time For Everything'
A class trip to Europe helps an awkward boy through a challenging time of life. NPR's Eyder Peralta talks with Dan Santat about his new middle-grade graphic novel, "A First Time For Everything."
Kathleen McLaughlin on her book 'Blood Money', about the global trade in blood plasma
The global trade in blood plasma takes center stage in Kathleen McLaughlin's book, "Blood Money." NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the author about her experiences with, and reporting on, the industry.
Priya Guns on her debut novel 'Your Driver is Waiting'
Ride-share driver Damani endures low wages and a monotonous routine in a story inspired by "Taxi Driver." NPR's Scott Simon talks with Priya Guns about her debut novel, "Your Driver is Waiting."
The parallels between Vonnegut's science fiction and our modern-day world
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Robin Murphy, professor at Texas A&M University, about the through line between a science fiction novel and the current state of AI and automation.
Roald Dahl's publisher responds to backlash by keeping 'classic' texts in print
"Fat," "ugly" and "horsey face" will remain in Roald Dahl's children's books in the U.K. after all. After a fierce backlash to proposed changes, Dahl's U.K. publisher announced a "classic collection."
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading and viewing
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Class of '07, Snowfall and Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat and Tears
'The Great Displacement' looks at communities forever altered by climate change
Jack Bittle's book takes a look at several communities that have been affected by climate change, and how the lives of their residents — those who have survived — have been altered by extreme weather.