A Book Review art director selects the book jackets that surprised him, delighted him and stayed with him this year. By Matt Dorfman Reading recommendations from critics and editors at The New York ...

Here is the standout fiction and nonfiction of the year, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review. Credit...Jack Smyth Supported by By The New York Times Books Staff Each January, the ...

December 8, 2025 • Fresh Air's book critic says her picks tilt a bit to nonfiction, but the novels that made the cut redress the imbalance by their sweep and intensity. Karen Russell's The Antidote ...

Today's Top Tune is a free song each weekday curated for your listening pleasure, that represents a cross section of KCRW's eclectic music format. Tracks selected are chosen from recent and upcoming ...

One of my favorite holiday traditions is getting comfy, grabbing my favorite holiday drink and treat, and settling down with a stack of the best Christmas novels, new and old. Is there anything cozier ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. It's December, which means there's no better activity than curling up by a ...