creative nonfiction

The first lines of a dozen noteworthy books, including The Tradition by Jericho Brown and Orange World by Karen Russell. 

A graphic memoirist explores issues of race, identity, family, and America through conversations with her six-year-old son.

The first lines of a dozen noteworthy books, including Hark by Sam Lipsyte and Mouthful of Birds by Samanta Schweblin.

The novelist talks about his first essay collection, How to Write An Autobiographical Novel; how to keep working during bouts of self-doubt; and more.

The New Yorker staff writer and bestselling author of The Orchid Thief talks with musician Ben Arthur about her music, inspiration, distraction, adaptation, and her new book about the Los Angeles Public Library fire in 1986.