Jia Tolentino

Through the lens of her Korean-American experience, award-winning poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong delves into the complex realities of Asian American identity in America. She courageously confronts the concept of "minor feelings," where American optimism clashes with the truth of one's racial identity. With thought-provoking cultural criticism and memoir-esque prose, this intimate and honest work of art exposes the psychological condition of being Asian American today.

"The Longing for Less" is more than just a book on minimalism - it uncovers the origins and true meaning of our longing for simplicity and space. Author Kyle Chayka explores the philosophy and spirituality behind minimalism, delving into the lives of artists, composers, architects, and visionaries who sought to create beauty through presence - not absence. This insightful and thought-provoking read will inspire you to uncover the deeper meaning behind "less is more" and embrace a lifestyle of intentional simplicity.

A true crime story about the unsolved "Rainbow Murders" of two young women in rural West Virginia in 1980. Emma Copley Eisenberg investigates the case, revealing the impact on the Appalachian community and exploring the complex realities of gender, class, and violence in America. Part investigation and part reflection, this book offers a searing portrait of the country and its divisions.

"Children of the Land" is a heart-wrenching memoir from a prize-winning poet about growing up undocumented in the United States. The book chronicles one young man's attempt to build a future in a nation that denies his existence, and it recounts the sorrows and joys of a family torn apart by draconian policies. With beauty, grace, and honesty, the author shares his encounters with a system that treats them as criminals for seeking safe, ordinary lives. This unforgettable tale distills the trauma of displacement, illuminates the human lives behind the headlines, and serves as a stunning meditation on what it means to be a man and a citizen.

This memoir offers a first-hand glimpse into the high-flying and reckless startup culture of Silicon Valley during a time of unchecked ambition, unregulated surveillance, wild fortune, and political power. The author, Anna Wiener, left a job in book publishing for the promise of the new digital economy in San Francisco. She landed at a big-data startup in the heart of the Silicon Valley bubble, where she witnessed a new Silicon Valley emerge; one that enriched itself at the expense of the idyllic future it claimed to be building. A coming-of-age-story and a portrait of a bygone era, Uncanny Valley is a rare and personal narrative that charts the tech industry's shift from world savior to democracy-endangering liability.

"The Gimmicks" is a stunning debut novel that explores brotherhood, betrayal, love, abandonment, and the powerful consequences of the Armenian Genocide. Set in the waning years of the Cold War, the exuberant and wholly original novel follows the lives of Ruben and his cousin Avo, whose paths diverge when Ruben disappears and Avo is convinced to leave his love and join an extremist group. With alternating perspectives, Chris McCormick brilliantly illuminates the impact of history and injustice on ordinary lives and challenges readers to confront the spectacle of violence and its aftermath.

"Against Creativity" challenges the notion that creativity is the driving force of progress, and instead argues that it is a form of neoliberal appropriation that prioritizes individual success over collective well-being. Author Oli Mould reframes creativity as a means to achieve collective flourishing and offers a radical alternative to the profit-driven narrative. This passionate and refreshing take on the current ideology of creativity is a timely correction to the dominant doctrine of our times.

This powerful memoir tells the story of a survivor who gave voice to millions when she stood up to Brock Turner, a sex offender. Her victim impact statement went viral and inspired changes in California law. Now, she reclaims her identity and shares her story of trauma, transcendence, and the power of words. Her struggles with isolation and shame reveal the oppression victims face, and the book challenges our beliefs about what is acceptable. With pain, resilience, and humor, this memoir is a modern classic that will forever change the way we think about sexual assault.

Experience the explosive and highly anticipated sequel to the classic novel, The Handmaid's Tale. In The Testaments, Margaret Atwood explores the inner workings of Gilead through the testimony of three female narrators, providing answers to the questions readers have been asking for decades. Atwood draws on the world we live in today as well as the inspiration of her devoted readers to deliver a thrilling and unforgettable sequel.

Experience a breathtaking journey of love, sacrifice, ambition, and loyalty in this novel. Set in the early 1900s, follow Sunja, a young girl who falls for a wealthy stranger and becomes pregnant. Deciding to marry a gentle sickly minister instead, Sunja's decision sets off a dramatic saga that spans generations. With complex and passionate characters, this novel takes you on a journey through bustling markets, the halls of prestigious universities, and the criminal underworld. Richly told and profoundly moving, this is a tale of strong women, devoted siblings, and fathers struggling with moral crisis against the backdrop of history.