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Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant?

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Sometimes You Can't Pick Just 10: Maureen Corrigan's Favorite Books Of 2014

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This year, Fresh Air's book critic rejects the tyranny of the decimal system and picks 12 titles published in 2014 — all with characters, scenes and voices that linger long past the last page.

Sometimes You Can't Pick Just 10: Maureen Corrigan's Favorite Books Of 2014

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An Unnecessary Woman

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Get To Know The Finalists For The 2014 National Book Award

On Tuesday night, finalists for the National Book Awards read from their nominated works at The New School in New York City. The National Book Foundation will announce the winners Wednesday night.

Get To Know The Finalists For The 2014 National Book Award

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All the Light We Cannot See

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World War II In A New 'Light': Empathy Found In Surprising Places

The award-winning author Anthony Doerr's newest novel approaches old history with two unfamiliar perspectives: a blind French girl and a German orphan. He says WWII history is as important as ever.

World War II In A New 'Light': Empathy Found In Surprising Places

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Popes, Piazzas and Parenthood in the Eternal City

During a stay in Rome, writer Anthony Doerr experiences the joys of parenthood, the frustrations of cultural barricades and the riches of life there. Four Seasons in Rome, captures the ups and downs of his one-year Roman holiday.

Popes, Piazzas and Parenthood in the Eternal City

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