Author Spotlight Archive
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Dream Count
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is interviewed about her latest novel, Dream Count. Set during the COVID-19 pandemic, four women are forced to reevaluate their lives, relationships, and conceptions of happiness. Drawing from real life, it also examines the challenges faced in achieving true justice. The story's primary protagonist is Chiamaka, a Nigerian travel write living in America. The other women include her cousin, a best friend, and a housekeeper.
Marie Benedict: The Queens of Crime
New York Ties bestselling author Marie Benedict is interviewed about her latest novel, The Queens of Crime. The book explores what could have happened if the five greatest women mystery writers from Britain's Golden Age of Crime -- Dorothy L. Sayers, Agatha Christie, Ngaio Marsh, Margery Allingham, and Baroness Emma Orczy -- joined together to solve a real murder in 1930s London. In the interview, the author discusses how the book was inspired by a true story in Sayers' own life.
Joseph Finder: The Oligarch's Daughter
Thriller writer Joseph Finder is interviewed about his latest novel, The Oligarch's Daughter. The book tells the story of Paul, an American whose love for the daughter of one of Russia's super-rich oligarch's catapults him into the dangerous world of U.S. and Russian espionage operations. The interview reveals Finder's own experience as a potential CIA recruit, as well as his harassment by Russian military intelligence.
Jojo Moyes: We All Live Here
British author Jojo Moyes discusses her latest novel, We All Live Here. The book explores family bonds and relationships through the eyes of protagonist Lila Kennedy.
Victoria Christopher Murray: Harlem Rhapsody
Victoria Christopher Murray discusses her latest work of historical fiction, Harlem Rhapsody. The book explores the life of Jessie Redmond Fauset, who -- though largely forgotten today -- played a pivotal role in the literary and cultural renaissance of early 20th century Harlem.
Best Books of 2024
Here is one take on the best books of 2024. Do you agree? What were your favorite books of 2024?