Books
Former Harvard President Claudine Gay Moderates Book Talk in Rare Appearance
Former Harvard President Claudine Gay moderated a talk with author and anthropologist Rich Benjamin on Wednesday in one of her first public events since resigning from Harvard’s top post last year.
‘Land of Mirrors’ Review: The Succulent Beauty of Color
For anyone who has experienced loneliness, María Medem’s “Land of Mirrors” contains a strange yet stunning world in which they just might find belonging.
Mel Robbins On Letting Go and Leaning In
Robbins shares how the advice in her latest book “The Let Them Theory” can help readers look at their lives in a different way.
The New Faces of Rare Book Collecting: Young Adults Redefine What It Means To Be A Rare Book Collector
Rare book collecting, a hobby historically maintained by eccentric billionaires and wealthy universities, is now taking on new life among young readers.
‘We Do Not Part’ Review: Brutality and Beauty
Han Kang, the recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature and the first Korean author to win, makes a powerful return with “We Do Not Part.”
Top 10 Books of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its favorite books of 2024, from “The Mighty Red” to “Funny Story.”
‘Wind and Truth’ Review: Sanderson Closes The First Arc of ‘The Stormlight Archive’ With a Bang
"Wind and Truth," the latest installment of Brandon Sanderson's The Stormlight Archive series, is satisfyingly epic despite its numerous perspectives.
Harvard Authors Profile: Aislinn Brophy ’17 on the Magic of Writing
Aislinn Brophy '17 discussed their YA fantasy goals and inspirations, reflecting on the common themes of identity, love, and family in their work.
‘Set My Heart on Fire’ Review: A Woman’s Broken Relationship with Addiction, Youth, and the World
Known for her science fiction, Izumi Suzuki switches genres to tell the story of a young woman navigating the hookup, drug, and rock scene of 1970s Japan.
‘Origins of Marvel Comics’ at 50: A Historical Peek Into the Creation of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes
Simon and Schuster’s 50th anniversary reprint of “Origins of Marvel Comics” by Stan Lee is a must-read for all superhero fans, despite its flaws.
‘Cross’ Review: Almost Brilliant, Needs Quotation Marks
“Cross” is a hard book to read, but Duffy’s beautiful language and character-focused storytelling style do justice to a particularly complex period of history.
Harvard Authors Profile: Leyla Brittan ’19 on the Messy and Beautiful Power of Storytelling
Leyla Brittan '19 encourages aspiring authors to keep writing even when you aren’t creating the most beautiful prose, finding the beauty in the messy parts.
Jeffrey Deaver and Isabella Maldonado are Partners-in-Crime-Fiction: Boston Book Festival Mystery Keynote
Jeffrey Deaver and Isabella Maldonado gave the mystery keynote at the 2024 Boston Book Festival following their recent collaboration, "Fatal Intrusion."
‘The Third Gilmore Girl’ Review: A Raw and Brilliantly-Crafted Glimpse Into an Extraordinary 80 Years
Dancer and actress Kelly Bishop launches into her 80th year with “The Third Gilmore Girl,” an inspiring memoir detailing her life on and off the stage.
‘The City in Glass’ Review: Beautiful and Bland
Nghi Vo has generated a stunning novel that takes the reader on a journey through grief, time, and love. Yet the reader may become lost in its beauty.
