Hello, book lovers! It’s (un)officially the holiday season, pregamed with a month all about giving thanks. I think I know someone giving a little extra thanks this weekend, and that’s the talented Mr. Damon Galgut, the newest winner of the lauded Booker Prize. But for everyone else, there are some other reasons to feel grateful: how about the success of the new Dune adaptation, a happily-ever-after for Jane Austen’s former residence and Louise Erdrich’s newest smash-hit novel? So, without further ado, enjoy this mix of stories from the book world.
Damon Galgut Wins the 2021 Booker Prize: One of the biggest literary awards in the world was awarded this week to Galgut for his critically acclaimed ninth book, The Promise. — The New York Times
Photographer Captures the World of Edgar Allan Poe: Halloween is over, but for those of us who are Poe fans year-round there’s a likeminded photojournalist detailing the author’s every deep, dark destination — The Washington Post
What’s Dune’s Secret Sauce? The novel, now revitalized on the big screen to the great joy of many, has a uniquely successful mix of elements that contribute to its longevity, lore and loving fanbase. — The New Yorker
Reading Loves Company: Vogue magazine’s Emma Specter explores the reasons why reading the same book — at the same time — as a friend can be a heightened literary experience. Her takeaways are insightful and inspiring. — Vogue
Billion-Dollar Book Recs: Bill Gates reads books, too. But what piques the interest of a man who has everything? You’ll certainly have a greater wealth of knowledge after reading his suggestions yourself. — BookTrib
Is Spooky Season Now Year-Round? “Horror is in a very exciting place,” says podcast host Neil McRobert, so whether you’re an aficionado or just getting into the genre, you’ve chosen the perfect time. — The Guardian
10 New November Releases You Deserve to Give … Yourself: For cozy reading on chillier nights, this is your list for engaging escapes, mind-blowing new research and the novels that everyone’s talking about. — TIME
Austen Secured: Janeites can breathe a sigh of relief because the beloved author’s old home in Chawton, Hampshire has received the necessary funding for a new roof and period-appropriate renovation. — The Guardian
You Can Fly! At Least Vicariously Through These 7 Books: Whether on the wings of dragons or with wings of your own, soar to new heights while curled up on your couch with these uplifting stories. — BookTrib
Louise Erdrich Goes A Little Bit Meta in Latest Novel The Sentence: This writer is no stranger to success and her newest is, literally, a literary deep-dive that’s still a thrill to read. — The New York Times
Penguin’s Run-In with the Law: The U.S. Department of Justice decided to sue, stopping Penguin Random House from buying Simon & Schuster. Its aim is to protect authors and consumers from a further-monopolized market. — The Washington Post
Good Morning America, Here’s Your Book Club Pick for November: Still Life by Sarah Winman, a lyrical novel of love and war, comes out on top for this penultimate month of the year. Read an excerpt here! — Good Morning America
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