The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 30)
Recommendations from our book reviewer of new fiction and non-fiction titles, including "The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece" by Tom Hanks.
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Book excerpt: "The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece" by Tom Hanks
The Oscar-winning actor's experiences in Hollywood are the inspiration for this charming novel about the adventures that go into the creation of a film.
Book excerpt: "The Last Animal" by Ramona Ausubel
The award-winning author of "Sons and Daughters of Ease and Plenty" returns with a buoyant take on "Jurassic Park," about the surprising discovery of a perfectly preserved, 4,000-year-old baby mammoth.
Book excerpt: "Story of a Poem" by Michael Zapruder
In his memoir, the celebrated writer asks questions about the writing of a poem, and the meaning of communication, after his son is diagnosed with autism.
Book excerpt: "Deliver Me from Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's 'Nebraska'"
New York Times bestselling author and Grammy-nominated documentary producer Warren Zanes explores the genesis of one of the rock legend's most personal albums.
War of words: The fight over banning books
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Rachel McAdams talks "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."
Judy Blume's beloved tale of adolescent angst is finally reaching the screen, starring the Oscar-nominee and real-life mom who burst into fame with "Mean Girls" and "The Notebook" - and then hit pause on starring roles.
Book excerpt: "Chita: A Memoir" by Chita Rivera
In her autobiography, written with journalist Patrick Pacheco, the Tony-winner writes about her remarkable life and career. Among her stories: how the costume designer for the original Broadway production of "West Side Story" helped her create the character of Anita.
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The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (March 19)
Recommendations from our book reviewer of new fiction and non-fiction titles, including the latest from Booker Prize-winning novelist Eleanor Catton.
Book excerpt: "Birnam Wood" by Eleanor Catton
The latest novel by the Booker Prize-winning author of "The Luminaries" is a thriller set in New Zealand pitting radical environmentalists and a scheming billionaire.
Book excerpt: "Spoken Word: A Cultural History" by Joshua Bennett
A look back on the development of this vibrant form of poetry, encompassing diverse voices at verse gatherings, slam competitions, and the influence of social media.
Book excerpt: "Romantic Comedy" by Curtis Sittenfeld
A single comedy writer swears off looking for love on her late-night TV series, until a good-looking pop star arrives to host the show.
Book excerpt: "I Have Some Questions for You" by Rebecca Makkai
The author of "The Great Believers" returns with this New York Times bestselling novel about a woman who examines the mysteries still surrounding the decades-old murder of her boarding school roommate.
The Book Report: New fiction and nonfiction (March 19)
Washington Post book critic Ron Charles offers his picks from this month’s new fiction and nonfiction titles, including the latest work from Booker Prize-winning novelist Eleanor Catton, "Birnam Wood."
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