← June 7, 2025

The book reviews and literary news cover a wide range of genres and subjects, including new releases, thrillers, fantasy, historical figures, and the writings of prominent individuals.

• Book Review: ‘So Far Gone,’ by Jess Walter — New York Times Books - 19:12
• Book Review: ‘The Catch,’ by Yrsa Daley-Ward — New York Times Books - 19:13
• New Crime Fiction — New York Times Books - 19:15

• Book Review: ‘John Hancock,’ by Willard Sterne Randall — New York Times Books - 09:00
• Book Review: ‘Homework,’ by Geoff Dyer — New York Times Books - 09:00
• Thrilling Fantasy Books That Reimagine Myths and Folklore — New York Times Books - 09:00
• New Thrillers to Read — New York Times Books - 19:08
• Paul Durcan, Irish Poet of Tortured and Tender Souls, Dies at 80 — New York Times Books - 14:20
• Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand’s Former Prime Minister, Pushes Kindness in New Book — New York Times Books - 04:54

Broadway actors' experiences at The Muny in St. Louis, the upcoming Tony Awards with 'Hamilton' and robots, and the season's best songs are highlighted.

• What to Expect at the 2025 Tony Awards: ‘Hamilton,’ Robots and More — New York Times Arts - 13:23
• Why Do Broadway Actors Love to Work Summers at The Muny in St. Louis? — New York Times Arts - 16:02
• Five Actors on the Muny: ‘Unlike Any Place I’d Ever Been on Earth’ — New York Times Arts - 16:00

Music-related stories cover various aspects, including the comeback of Millennial trends, the passing of a celebrated songwriter, and profiles of influential figures in the industry.

• Tony Awards 2025: 13 Great Songs of the Season — New York Times Music - 11:49
• Why Beyoncé and BET Keep Calling Jesse Collins — New York Times Music - 09:00
• Andy Bell of Erasure’s Magical Mystery World — New York Times Music - 09:00

• Why Luxury Brands and Performers Like Beyoncé Are Seeking Willo Perron’s Designs — New York Times Music - 09:00
• Roger Nichols, Songwriter Behind Carpenters Hits, Dies at 84 — New York Times Music - 15:05
• Everything Millennial Is Cool Again — New York Times Music - 16:30

Movie and TV coverage includes film reviews, interviews with directors, and news on entertainment figures and iconic memorabilia.

• The Director of ‘Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning’ Unpacks Key Franchise Moments — New York Times Movies - 09:00
• Ferris Bueller’s Vest Hits the Auction Block. ‘Anyone, Anyone?’ — New York Times Movies - 09:01
• ‘Tyler Perry’s Straw’ Review: The Accidental Bank Robber — New York Times Movies - 11:38

• How Stacy Spikes, Co-Founder of MoviePass, Spends His Day at the Theater — New York Times Movies - 07:00
• An ‘S.N.L.’ Secret Weapon Retires After 50 Years — New York Times Arts - 09:00

Misty Copeland's impact on ballet and her future plans are explored.

• Misty Copeland Changed Ballet. Now She’s Ready to Move On. — New York Times Arts - 20:14

The obituaries cover the lives and legacies of notable figures in the arts and philanthropy.

• Jillian Sackler, Philanthropist Who Defended Husband’s Legacy, Dies at 84 — New York Times Arts - 05:32