Most of my recent conversations about books have revolved around one common pursuit: escape. The news is unrelenting, and crises personal and political abound. No wonder so many people are seeking out ...

Often referred to as “the black Raymond Chandler”, Chester Himes’s celebrated cycle of novels have a wit and a philosophy of ...

Crossroads of Empire Michael J. Cooper CROSSROADS OF EMPIRE by Michael J. Cooper Beautifully written in a voice and in ...

The story behind long running fiction magazine 10 Story Book runs through a number of Chicago newspaper and business ...

The Leap Year Gene covers a vast sweep of 20th-century history through the story of a woman with a unique genetic makeup that ...

Tucked away in Tribeca, NYC, mystery enthusiasts who know where to look will find a unique haven that seamlessly melds the ...

Author Hesse Phillips discusses their 20-year odyssey working on a novel incorporating English history, queer romance and ...

Can stories about detectives from days gone by help students learn to think more critically? An English lecturer provides ...

It appears that the ground is being laid for an expanding Indian readership in English eager to consume stories of all kinds.

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Historical novels are a perfect combination of escapism and enrichment. Through these works of fiction, readers can learn about events that have shaped our world and imagine (or reimagine) people who ...