For The Book Obsessed
[ad_1] April showers are in the forecast here in Chicago, but thankfully with the arrival of spring comes a downpour of new book releases! This month is a celebration of lyricism in all forms, from masterful poetry collections and insightful memoirs to fiction that prods at the connections we make with one another. There’s something … Read more
[ad_1] My friends and I have a running tally of how long we can go before someone we cross paths with mentions the Great Chicago Fire. It’s become something of a local twist to the “How often do you think of the Roman Empire” trend, where the topic happens to find its way into the … Read more
[ad_1] February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s certainly full of exciting new releases! Here in Chicago, we’re trying to adjust to a winter that has been notably inconsistent. From frigid temperatures and snow to now relatively balmy temperatures, we’re here to say that things are certainly heating up both outside … Read more
[ad_1] I vividly remember a moment when someone in one of my writing workshops described my writing as “blue collar” because I was writing about my father’s work as a Chicago firefighter. Until then, I had always viewed my upbringing as comfortably middle class. My parents worked incredibly hard and sacrificed often in order to … Read more
[ad_1] It’s hard to believe, but we’re already halfway through the year! 2023 has been year for book lovers, and here at the Chicago Review of Books we’re excited to share that June will continue that trend. With new releases from some of our favorite Chicago authors as well as the return of literary icons … Read more
[ad_1] Chicagoans know that you can’t officially say goodbye to winter until May arrives, so it’s not an exaggeration to say that we’re thrilled to welcome in the start of the new month! With summer clearly in our view, it’s time to start thinking about your warm weather reading plans. We’re talking books that you’ll … Read more
[ad_1] Spring is finally here, and the Chicago Review of Books team couldn’t be more excited! The season brings us hints of warmer weather, new life, and plenty of exciting releases. Our list this month offers so much to look forward to, from landmark debuts of fresh voices to eye-opening works of nonfiction. Even if … Read more
[ad_1] Anthologies are simultaneously one of the most important venues for literature and an almost impossible task to create. Readers expect to be enlightened on multiple levels, with each individual entry telling a cohesive story while also working collectively with the other entries to add up to a larger meaning. At the heart of every … Read more
[ad_1] Our lives aren’t movies, no matter how much we may dream of the cinematic pan out of a “happily ever after” conclusion. In real life, juries don’t reach a verdict within a 90-minute runtime, the killer doesn’t always face justice, and memories don’t play back clearly like a full scene. Oftentimes the truth is … Read more
[ad_1] Can you believe the holiday season is already here? While December is often a time to look forward to the New Year, the publishing industry never stops. If you’re looking for a book to accompany you on your winter travels or need to sprint to complete your reading goals, there are plenty of exciting … Read more