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The Weekly Reader

WYPR Baltimore
Immigration
Salman Rushdie
Migration Crisis In Europe
Sylvia's Second Act
Worry
Midlife Crisis
Plum Sykes
Kevin Kwan
Lies and Weddings
Wives Like Us
Real Life and Other Fictions
The Husbands
The Women
The Daughters Of Shandong
India
Abraham Verghese
Victory City
The Covenant Of Water
The Prince Of Los Cocuyos
Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here

----What should I read next?---- Book critic and longtime NPR commentator Marion Winik answers this question in four opinionated, book-loving minutes. With reviews of new releases and older titles you may have missed, it’s like having a new best friend with very good taste to guide you in your literary adventures. The Weekly Reader is produced by WYPR and hosted by Lisa Morgan.

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The cream of the crop from a very good year for new memoirs.

Our book critic Marion Winik rounds up the very best fiction of the year.

Some of the very best non-fiction for holiday gift giving or as a little treat for yourself.

Big stories about big European families.

A new way to enjoy your favorite Jane Austen classics.

Sometimes, you just want more. This week, The Weekly Reader has you covered.

Like most things in life, some books are just more fun than others.

What's more fun, or more complicated, than falling in love?

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The content is centered around literature, specifically book reviews and discussions of both new releases and older titles that may have been overlooked. There is a strong emphasis on the personal insights of the hosts, with a particular focus on themes such as love, identity, family dynamics, and social issues as presented through the lens of various authors and their works. With a relatable and engaging format, listeners can expect thoughtful commentary from seasoned book critic Marion Winik, who shares her perspectives on diverse narratives ranging from romance to social commentary. The unique blend of personal anecdotes and literary critique creates an inviting atmosphere for book lovers looking to enrich their reading lists.

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4. Lauren Francis Sharma
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