March 21, 2006

The Name Game Online

“Apex Hides the Hurt,” by Colson Whitehead

Ever wonder who’s in charge of naming new products? Nomenclature consultants, of course. Members of ...

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October 4, 2005

Pop Goes the Novel Boston

Toy Story

So you’ve been looking for a book about cryptanalysis, illicit sex, corporate culture, homeopathic medicine, ...

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October 2, 2008

The Weekend Guide Online

What to Do This Weekend

Cue October Symphony. READ Dog Run What: Renowned photographer Michael Crouser’s beautiful black and white ...

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June 20, 2008

On the Books Online

Summer Reading Roundup

Say adios to DeAnna, Denise, and Dina and stimulate the mind with some interesting characters. ...

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January 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide Online

What to Do This Weekend

For once, follow through with New Year’s resolutions. DESIGN Photo Books What: Create an elegant ...

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February 13, 2007

Remains of the Dude Online

“Remainder,” by Tom McCarthy

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a nice thirtysomething Englishman in possession of 8.5 ...

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August 15, 2006

Whoa, Nelly Online

“The Dissident,” by Nell Freudenberger

Schadenfreude? Forget it. Jealous lit types irked by the success of Lucky Girls , Nell ...

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August 8, 2006

Out of the Blue Online

“Special Topics in Calamity Physics,” by Marisha Pessl

Jonathan Safran Foer. Donna Tartt. Zadie Smith. Dave Eggers.   Marisha Pessl. Mari-who? Don’t worry, no ...

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July 18, 2006

Grin and Bear It Online

“Winkie,” by Clifford Chase

Ever bum-rush your bedroom, hoping to discover teddy continuing the tea party without you? Well, ...

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July 3, 2006

Page-Turners Online

Summer Reading Roundup

This summer, we’re reading a few of our favorite things. Hot Flings Instant Love , ...

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