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August Lamm Was an Influencer. Now She Wants You to Ditch Your Smartphone.

August Lamm wants you to put down your smartphone and reclaim your life.

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NYT Books and Literature

August Lamm Was an Influencer. Now She Wants You to Ditch Your Smartphone.

NYT Books and Literature

Dispelling the Myth of Cormac McCarthy as Cowboy-Artist

The first biography of the elusive novelist shows how little the lore ever told us about the man — or his art.

6 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

Dispelling the Myth of Cormac McCarthy as Cowboy-Artist

NYT Books and Literature

Book Review: ‘Will and Attention,’ by Meghan O’Gieblyn

In her new memoir, Meghan O’Gieblyn plumbs the philosophical implications of twin longings: for spiritual fulfillment and for drink.

6 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

Book Review: ‘Will and Attention,’ by Meghan O’Gieblyn

NYT Books and Literature

Book Review: ‘Sleeping Beauties,’ by David Byrne

“Sleeping Beauties,” by the musician David Byrne, explores artistic and scientific innovations that were overlooked before being embraced.

6 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

Book Review: ‘Sleeping Beauties,’ by David Byrne

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Book Review: ‘Other Worlds Than These,’ by Stephen King and Peter Straub

“Other Worlds Than These” is the final volume in the Talisman trilogy, which King wrote with Peter Straub.

6 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

Book Review: ‘Other Worlds Than These,’ by Stephen King and Peter Straub

NYT Books and Literature

‘Sense and Sensibility’ Gets a Grittier Makeover in 2026 Adaptation

A new adaptation dispenses with period glamour in favor of a lived-in feel and realism. The goal is to bring emotions to the fore.

7 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

‘Sense and Sensibility’ Gets a Grittier Makeover in 2026 Adaptation