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Novels Shortlisted for the 2026 International Booker Prize
Fiction translated from other languages "expands not only our literary horizons, but also our moral and emotional imaginations," explains Troy Onyango—the writer, editor and judge for the 2026 International Booker Prize. He introduces us to the six novels that made the shortlist, including this year's "formally inventive" winner and a "razor sharp" book about a "mediocre witch." Read more
The Best Addiction Books
Addiction is fundamentally a multi-faceted phenomenon, says addiction psychiatrist and author Carl Erik Fisher. He recommends five books that shine light on different aspects of addiction, and talks to us about how society repeats itself – but how, at the community and individual level, there is wisdom and hope. Read more
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