'Still Alice' Author: In The Absence Of A Cure, Empathy Is Key
Author Lisa Genova takes her readers into the minds of other people.
Books
Amnesty For Little Book Lovers: New York City Libraries Shelve Kids' Late Fees
On Thursday, the city's public library systems are forgiving fines on overdue materials checked out by readers age 17 and under, reopening library doors to young readers once blocked by unpaid fees.
New Book Argues A Theory In Policing Is To Blame For Eric Garner's Death
Eric Garner was killed by the police in New York City in 2014. His final words were, "I can't breathe." A book by journalist Matt Taibbi argues that "Broken Windows" is to blame for Garner's death.
The Book That Changed The Borders
On this show, we show how the book "Borderlands" has been integrated into the Chicana and feminist literary canon.
For Novelist John Green, OCD Is Like An 'Invasive Weed' Inside His Mind
"It starts out with one little thought, and then slowly that becomes the only thought that you're able to have," Green says. His new novel, Turtles All The Way Down, is about a teenage girl with OCD.
Philip Pullman's Realm Of Poetry And Inspiration
Pullman — author of the beloved His Dark Materials trilogy — says poet William Blake's idea of mystical multiple vision, of different ways of seeing, is "absolutely central" to his new book.
Custom-Printed Cocktails On The Moon? 'Soonish' Shows Us How
Zach and Kelly Weinersmith's accessible, occasionally goofy new book lays out futuristic fantasies (like matter-printed cocktails) and connects them to projects scientists are working on right now.
Night + Market Chef's New Cookbook Combines Thai Food And Fun
David Greene talks to chef Kris Yenbamroong about his new cookbook. It's titled: Night Market: Delicious Thai Food to Facilitate Drinking and Fun-Having Amongst Friends.
Tom Hanks Considers The Cosmos, Nora Ephron, And A Man Dressed As A Shrimp
Tom Hanks has written a short story collection called Uncommon Type. Here, he talks about stories, characters, the film goddess Pelicula, and what happened to the suit he wore as David S. Pumpkins.
In New Cookbook, Acclaimed Indian Restaurant Finally Spills Its Secrets
Rasika, a top eatery in Washington, D.C., is famous for its crispy spinach and modern twists on classic dishes. Now the owner and chef are sharing some of their prized — and adventurous — recipes.