The Best of 2022
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“The Vibrant Years” Is a Colorful Meditation on Work, Love, and Life for Three Generations of Women
In the first novel from Mindy Kaling’s new book imprint, author Sonali Dev presents her most autobiographical work yet, a joyful story of three women finding themselves, fighting for their dreams, and defying the status quo.
Find Your Self-Worth with “The Worthy Mind”
Listen in as personal development coach Meadow DeVor explains how feeling worthy is all about allowing yourself to take up space, be imperfect, and make mistakes.
“The Cloisters” Asks Whether Futures Can Be Told and Fates Decided
Debut author and art professor Katy Hays delves into medievalism and tarot card lore to create an unforgettable, atmospheric novel set in an iconic New York museum.
Til Death Do Us Part: Why I Love Queer Horror
In a world that so often shuns what it refuses to understand, queer creators turn to horror to remind us why we can’t outrun our fears forever.
George Saunders’ “Liberation Day” Positively Stuns
The acclaimed Booker Prize-winning author brings his signature humanity and humor to a new collection of stories—and crafts an intense and intimate audio experience with an all-star cast.
Tom Felton Shares His Gratitude for Growing Up in the Wizarding World
Looking back on his experience playing Draco Malfoy, the actor and writer shares his other creative outlets, his mental health journey, and what he’s learned about himself from writing “Beyond the Wand.”
Fredrik Backman Dedicates “The Winners” to Those Who Love Something Too Much
The bestselling author concludes the Beartown trilogy, his last goodbye to the characters he loved deeply and their hockey-obsessed forest town.
Naomi Novik Creates Fantasy Worlds in Conversation with Our Own
With “The Golden Enclaves,” the Nebula Award-winning author concludes her trilogy about an “evil” teen witch who desperately wants to stay good—and stay alive—in the deadly Scholomance.
Tabitha Brown’s Cookbook Is About More Than Recipes—It’s About Choosing Joy
The beloved chef feeds the soul with her signature warmth and comfort in her new vegan cookbook, "Cooking from the Spirit."
Celeste Ng Has Created a Disturbingly Realistic Dystopia
Shaped by current events, “Our Missing Hearts” explores the power of art, love, and storytelling in the face of fear and persecution.
C.C. Harrington Spins Magic and Compassion into Her Kids' Debut, "Wildoak"
A snow leopard, a young girl who stutters, and an ancient forest collide in this big-hearted and stunningly atmospheric debut.
Kaela Rivera Takes Kids on “Adventures That Heal” in Her Brilliant Middle-Grade Series
The unique world of “Cece Rios and the King of Fears” is filled with unforgettable characters inspired by Aztec mythology and Hispanic folklore