Fiction

Combining body horror, incisively dark humor, and a vivid portrayal of family bonds, "New Skin" is a delicious fever dream of a novel.

The Booker Prize-winning author discusses why he writes with listening in mind, the power of pop music, and the characters that keep tugging at his mind.

Liane Moriarty gave us murder, secrets, complicated friendships, and some truly unhinged elementary school drama. Then HBO took all of that to Monterey. Here’s how the bestselling novel compares to its star-studded TV adaptation.

The author discusses inheriting her aunt's beloved series, the responsibility of continuing a literary legacy, and why the Cazalets still resonate.

The number one New York Times bestselling author on returning to the “Big Little” universe, writing teenagers while raising them in real time, and how she manifested Meryl Streep along the way.

Whether you're a mystery aficionado or a new fan, this list offers some of the best Agatha Christie books to listen to—accompanied by a handy guide to the author herself.

Musa shares why reading aloud is great for writers, how Australian literature is inherently international literature, and why he listens at 1.0 speed, always.

Vikas Swarup is not just entertained but greatly inspired when a story captures the souls of its characters.

The bestselling author of “The Idea of You” talks about the challenge of following up a smash-hit and the gift of narrating her own characters.

There’s no time like the present to visit the past. 

The novelist discusses marital tension, eccentric Vermonters, and underground kingdoms in "Country People," his new book about a California family's disorienting plunge into rural New England life.

Author Candice Carty-Williams talks about the joy of returning to the character she and so many listeners love to root for.