A novel set in New York City during the early 2000s with a speculative twist, The Night Shift is a read full of secret passageways, night life, and the lingering effects of the past on both the present and future if left unaddressed. For a story of a missing person, the ability to jump through time and space via secret passageways in the city, and the vibrancy of New York City, get ready to be captivated by this wonderful novel. Here, Natalka Burian draws the connection between bartending and writing books as well as offering book and cocktail pairings for any reader to enjoy!
Who gets to tell our stories? Two debut authors use their powerful voices to show strong female characters navigating family, race and colonialism with unfailing humor and heart. In Disorientation by Elaine Hsieh Chou we find a young Taiwanese American woman mired in the world of academia and all the challenges that privilege and power […]
The Shore, a fresh take on the classic coming-of-age story from debut author Katie Runde, is a must-add to your Summer Reading TBR list. Every member of the Dunne family faces real challenges in a beautiful (and slim) novel that will make you laugh and break your heart. Fans of Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane and Notes on Your Sudden Disappearance by Alison Espach—this one is perfect for you. (Katie joins us on our Poured Over podcast 6/4). Below, you’ll find Katie’s answers to five of our burning questions after reading the book!