The literary world mourns the passing of poet Andrea Gibson while exploring new genres like romantasy books and reviewing new releases such as 'Bonding' and 'House of Beth'. Additionally, discussions arise over library e-book licensing fees and recommendations for new thriller novels are highlighted.

• Andrea Gibson, a Poet of Love, Hope and Gender Identity, Dies at 49 — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Bonding,’ by Mariel Franklin — New York Times Books -
• Romantasy Books: Where to Start If You Love Romance and Fantasy — New York Times Books -

• Some States Are Pushing Back on Library E-Book Licensing Fees — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘House of Beth,’ by Kerry Cullen — New York Times Books -
• Twisty, Slow-Burn New Thrillers to Read — New York Times Books -

The Superman casting and its history captivate audiences, while 'Clueless' movie fashion history is revisited and a 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' TV preview is offered. The entertainment industry is also shaken by the deaths of an 'American Idol' executive and her husband and sees Jimmy Fallon comment on viral events.

• Christopher Reeve to David Corenswet: The Actors Who Played Superman — New York Times Movies -
• When ‘Clueless’ Made Movie Fashion History — New York Times Movies -
• ‘American Idol’ Executive and Her Husband Are Found Dead in L.A. Home — New York Times Arts -

• ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ Plus 6 Things to Watch on TV This Week — New York Times Arts -
• Jimmy Fallon Fans the Flames of Burning MAGA Hats — New York Times Arts -
• How ‘Superman’ Star David Corenswet Won the Role — New York Times Movies -

A Ceratosaur fossil commands a record price at auction, while the Williamstown Theater Festival undergoes significant changes. Meanwhile, the 'Modern Love' podcast delves into insights on keeping love alive with Rob Delaney.

• Ceratosaur Fossil Auctioned for $30.5 Million by Sotheby’s — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Modern Love’ Podcast: How to Keep Love Alive, With Rob Delaney of ‘Dying for Sex’ — New York Times Arts -
• Williamstown Theater Festival Was in Crisis. Here’s How It’s Changing. — New York Times Music -

• ‘Modern Love’ Podcast: How to Keep Love Alive, With Rob Delaney of ‘Dying for Sex’ — New York Times Arts -

Drake electrifies the Wireless Festival in London, as the World Cup prepares for its first-ever halftime show, and Weird Al enjoys a celebrated rock-star moment.

• Drake Returns With Reinforcements at Wireless Fest in London — New York Times Music -
• Putting Stars in the Sky With a Halftime Stage — New York Times Music -
• Weird Al Is Enjoying His Rock-Star Moment — New York Times Music -

A detailed review explores the challenging and rewarding depths of 'Donkey Kong Bananza'.

• There’s a Lot to Dig in Donkey Kong Bananza — New York Times Arts -