Every novel ever written is, in a way, a unique expression of a unique mind. However, to crib from George Orwell, some books are more unique than others. With some novels—even bestsellers—you have to dig deep to find that spark of truly unique thought that makes it unlike every other novel out there. Even complex, […]
There are novels, and there are graphic novels—but these days, there are more and more books that fall somewhere in-between. These books seek to reinvent what the word “book” even means, incorporating not just images, but multimedia elements, internet links, and even smartphone apps to tell a story in a way that is more immersive […]
Welcome to the Book Nerd’s Guide to Life! Every other week, we convene in this safe place to discuss the unique challenges of life for people whose noses are always wedged in books. For past guides, click here. “What are you reading?” –Every stranger whose sightline includes the quite legible cover of your book What […]
If you’ve already terrified yourself discovering what bread is doing to your body in David Perlmutter’s Grain Brain, by David Perlmutter, then there’s more where that came from. Sugar, Salt, Fat, by Michael Moss, explores exactly why it is that you love all the junk food you love—because it has been specifically engineered, at a chemical […]
Throughout the holiday season, we’re gathering books that make the perfect gifts for everyone on your list—from your mother and the teen in your life to your foodie friend and the coworker who loves Harry Potter. Need more ideas? Check out all of our guides. It’s been nearly four years since Lost, one of the most ambitious […]