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"Fake," "Hammer" and “Portrait of an Unknown Lady” are literary thrillers that explore authenticity through the lens, or rather the canvases, of the art world.

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Now in a new edition, J.D. Beresford’s science fiction novel begins with a familiar apocalyptic scenario. But it’s not all doom and gloom.

Elaine Hsieh Chou’s “Disorientation” is a hyperactive satire so funny it almost makes the reader forget about the serious societal issues that undergird the humor.

Ted Cruz misinterpreted and misrepresented Black children's books as he questioned Ketanji Brown Jackson during her Supreme Court confirmation hearing.

The culture writer brings a new look at the aughts and ourselves.

"French Braid," Anne Tyler's 24th novel, will be immediately recognizable to her fans.

Stephen Galloway's new Hollywood biography traces the doomed romance of acting royalty Sir Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh.

For Women's History Month, we're celebrating the women who make us laugh. Their books (like the authors) are smart, strong and, of course, hilarious.

"French Braid," Anne Tyler's 24th novel, will be immediately recognizable to her fans.