Thought-provoking book reviews cover Douglas Stuart's "John of John," Karen Solie's "Wellwater" poetry, and Mary Lisa Gavenas's "Selling Opportunity," complemented by curated lists of American empire books and the charming story of a traveling bookstore.

• Book Review: ‘John of John,’ by Douglas Stuart — New York Times Books -
• Poetry Review: ‘Wellwater,’ by Karen Solie — New York Times Books -
• A Traveling Bookstore Keeps on Rolling — New York Times Arts -

• Book Review: ‘Selling Opportunity,’ by Mary Lisa Gavenas — New York Times Books -
• The Best Books to Read on American Empire — New York Times Books -

Classic film retrospectives on "The Lost Boys" and the resurfacing of an unproduced Larry David script offer nostalgic insights, while new film reviews for Hugh Jackman's "The Sheep Detectives" and personal escapes of Mark Consuelos keep entertainment fresh, alongside the passing of Holocaust survivor Edith Eva Eger.

• ‘The Lost Boys’ Helped Define the ’80s in More Ways Than One — New York Times Arts -
• Edith Eva Eger, Psychologist Who Barely Survived Auschwitz, Dies at 98 — New York Times Arts -
• After 43 Years, an Unproduced Larry David Script Surfaces Online — New York Times Arts -

• Hugh Jackman in a Truly PG-Rated Murder Mystery — New York Times Arts -
• When Mark Consuelos Wants to Escape New York, He Goes Here — New York Times Arts -

Acclaimed musicians like Courtney Barnett, Taj Mahal with his new album "Time," and featured artists such as Charli XCX and the Rolling Stones are releasing fresh tracks and projects, shaping the contemporary music landscape.

• A Beloved Indie Worrier Is Back, Chiller Than Ever — New York Times Music -
• Taj Mahal’s New Album, ‘Time,’ Keeps the Blues Looking Ahead — New York Times Arts -
• Charli XCX, Rolling Stones: 8 Songs We’re Talking About This Week — New York Times Arts -