Ladies of the Canyon: PW Talks with Ella Berman

The author talks about the inspiration behind ‘L.A. Women,’ a novel of camaraderie and competition between writers Lane Warren and Gala Margolis in 1960s Los Angeles.

A Little Gift to the Future: PW Talks with Maria Popova

The writer of the nearly 20-year-old literary blog the Marginalian has long fretted how many of her favorite books are out of print. Now, her new imprint—a collaboration with McNally Jackson owner Sarah McNally (l.)—is bringing back some handpicked hidden gems.

What the Loves of James Baldwin’s Life Taught Him: PW Talks with Nicholas Boggs

The biographer’s ‘Baldwin: A Love Story’ unpacks ‘The Fire Next Time’ author’s life and work through accounts of his four most significant relationships.

From Bold New Imprint for Global Storytelling Comes a Unique Voice in Manga

'God Tier,' by Detroit-born, Tokyo-based Mario B. Long, reflects a deeply personal vision of global storytelling—blending cross-border influences in the spirit of Nakama Press, an exciting new imprint from Mad Cave. (Sponsored)

Cold War Courtship: PW Talks with Iain Pears

The novelist shifts to nonfiction with ‘Parallel Lives’ (Norton, Aug.), which traces how British art historian Francis Haskell and Soviet curator Larissa Salmina met and fell in love.

Highway to Hell: PW Talks with R.F. Kuang

The bestseller sends a graduate student to the underworld to resurrect her adviser in 'Katabasis' (Harper Voyager, Aug.).

‘You Couldn’t Stop Me from Writing This Book’: PW Talks with E. Jean Carroll

St. Martin’s Press unexpectedly released journalist E. Jean Carroll’s irreverent memoir about suing Donald Trump, Not My Type, on June 17. PW spoke with Carroll about why she wrote the book and why she never shies away from a fight.

PW Close-Up: Craft & Hobby Provides Library Programming to Engage Patrons with Their Passions

ALA 2025: Justice Delayed, But Not Denied: PW Talks with Thien Ho

Sacramento District Attorney Thien Ho led the prosecution of the notorious serial killer Joseph DeAngelo, who terrorized California communities for decades and was apprehended after familial DNA provided a crucial lead. Ho spoke with PW about The People vs. the Golden State Killer (Third State Books, Nov.), which provides his inside perspective on the case.

Building Effective Advocates: PW Talks with Amanda Kordeliski

Incoming AASL president Amanda Kordeliski shares her vision for how the organization can support school librarians.