Demand surges after Michael Wolff’s insider’s take on the administration is released earlier than planned.
Books
Books news and reviews from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Elizabeth Strout’s latest novel was one of Obama’s faves of the year
“Anything is Possible” was included on the former president’s annual list of his favorite books and songs.
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A memoir of wine, family and the love of literature
Anne Fadiman explores her relationship with her father in ‘The Wine Lover’s Daughter.’
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Maine’s children’s literature scene more vibrant than ever
Some 40 children’s and young adult books by Maine authors or illustrators came out in 2017.
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Q & A: Bill McKibben’s novel approach
The all-business environmental activist reveals a funny streak in his first work of fiction.
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In acclaimed new memoir, Sarah Perry confronts the crime that ended her mother’s life
At 12 years old, Sarah Perry found her mother brutally slain at their Bridgton home. She was faced with a choice – shut down or seek to understand what happened.
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‘Death cleaning’: The Swedish way to declutter
Called ‘dostadning,’ from the words for cleaning and death, it is part of Swedish culture.
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Author Nora Johnson, best known for ‘World of Henry Orient,’ dies
She also wrote stories of her father, Hollywood screenwriter, producer and director Nunnally Johnson.
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Viola Davis writing new ‘Corduroy’ children’s book
‘Corduroy Takes a Bow’ comes out Sept. 11, 2018, marking the original book’s 50th anniversary.
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‘Remains of the Day’ author Kazuo Ishiguro wins Nobel Prize for Literature
The choice of the British novelist marks a return to conventional literature after 2 consecutive years in which the prize went to non-traditional recipients.