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In the final moments of May, a month marked by significant political and socioeconomic turmoil, art serves as a powerful source of comfort, clarity, and revelation. In these challenging times, we present a curated list of 22 noteworthy books to explore in the realms of fiction and nonfiction.
As LGBTQ+ and especially trans rights face intense scrutiny, this selection offers a diverse array of captivating queer narratives. Among the highlights, you'll find a striking new biography of literary icon Tim O'Brien, written by Alex Vernon, alongside fresh tales from renowned author Etgar Keret and new fiction by Tash Aw.
Paula Bomer's "The Stalker" (Soho Press) is a chilling narrative that draws comparisons to Patricia Highsmith's Tom Ripley and Bret Easton Ellis's Patrick Bateman. The story revolves around a narcissistic protagonist, reminiscent of Ottessa Moshfegh's narrator in "My Year of Rest and Relaxation," as he grapples with drugs, desperation, and delusion in a evocative portrayal of a vanishing Manhattan skyline.
In "Autocorrect: Stories" (Riverhead), Etgar Keret delivers a collection of amusing vignettes that resonate with contemporary anxieties. With technology revealing more our foibles than simplifying our lives, Keret's characters strive to preserve their humanity amid high-concept predicaments.
Darrow Farr's "The Bombshell" (Pamela Dorman Books) is a gripping, cinematic novel brimming with sex, violence, glamour, and revolutionary spirit. Critics laud it as the debut of the year, a must-read for anyone seeking a truly engaging read.
Tommy Dorfman shares a striking personal journey in "Maybe This Will Save Me" (Hanover Square Press), a memoir that explores art, addiction, and transformation, offering fresh perspectives on the memoir genre.
Other notable titles in this list include works by Alex Vernon, Chyana Marie Sage, Tash Aw, Nicola Dinan, Michael Farris Smith, Elizabeth Lovatt, Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian, Eli Erwick, and many more. Reading these books will undoubtedly keep you company as June unfolds.
- The biography of literary icon Tim O'Brien, penned by Alex Vernon, is one of the captivating queer narratives in our curated list.
- In addition to Tim O'Brien's biography, our list features fresh tales from renowned authors such as Etgar Keret and Tash Aw.
- Paula Bomer's "The Stalker" is a chilling narrative that invites comparisons to Patricia Highsmith's Tom Ripley and Bret Easton Ellis's Patrick Bateman.
- Etgar Keret's "Autocorrect: Stories" is a collection of amusing vignettes that resonate with contemporary anxieties, particularly about technology.
- Darrow Farr's "The Bombshell" is a gripping, cinematic novel that critics have hailed as the debut of the year.
- Tommy Dorfman's "Maybe This Will Save Me" is a memoir that delves into art, addiction, and transformation, offering fresh perspectives on the genre.
- Other notable titles in this list include works by Chyana Marie Sage, Nicola Dinan, Michael Farris Smith, Elizabeth Lovatt, Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian, Eli Erwick, and more.
- Reading these books will provide [education-and-self-development], entertainment, and keep you company as June unfolds, serving as a powerful source of comfort and revelation amid political and socioeconomic turmoil.
