The Book Review
The New York Times
The world's top authors and critics join host Gilbert Cruz and editors at The New York Times Book Review to talk about the week's top books, what we're reading and what's going on in the literary world.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 36min
Our Book Critics on Their 2025 in Reading
In this engaging discussion, Dwight Garner, a staff critic at The New York Times Book Review known for his insightful longform critiques, shares his favorite standout reads from 2025, including Ian McEwan's multilayered novel. Alexandra Jacobs, who delves into memoirs and cultural history, celebrates Adam Ross's vivid 'Playworld.' Jennifer Szalai, specializing in nonfiction, critiques timely biographies and explores the implications of Silicon Valley's ambitions in 'More Everything Forever.' Together, they toast the literary gems that have defined their year.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 1h 18min
The 10 Best Books of 2025
In this lively discussion, Joumana Khatib, Dave Kim, Greg Coles, and Emily Aiken, editors from The New York Times Book Review, share insights on the top fiction and nonfiction of the year. They dive into Charlotte Wood's meditative novel 'Stone Yard Devotional,' exploring themes of silence and artistic survival in Daniel Kehlmann's 'The Director.' The panel also highlights the harrowing yet beautiful 'Angel Down' and revisits impactful nonfiction, including Arundhati Roy's memoir and the poignant tale of survival in 'A Marriage at Sea.'
