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Joumana Khatib
Editor at The New York Times Book Review who reads widely in translated and long-form fiction and provides book recommendations and commentary for the episode.
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Nov 30, 2025
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Sunday Special: Gifting Books for the Holidays
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Joumana Khatib and Sadie Stein, editors at The New York Times Book Review, dive into the world of holiday gifting through books. Joumana praises the evocative writing in Annika Norlin's "The Colony" and highlights Kiran Desai's sweeping immigrant epic. Sadie recommends thought-provoking titles like "Perfection" and quirky options for those hard-to-shop-for friends. They share strategies for personalized gifts and celebrate cozy mysteries for moms, while exploring culinary-themed books and unique finds for dads. Plus, a fun quiz wraps up their recommendations!
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