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Some heavy hitters -- John Irving and Salman Rushdie among them -- have new books out

Some heavy hitters -- John Irving and Salman Rushdie among them -- have new books out

Summary

Several renowned authors, including John Irving and Salman Rushdie, have new books available. The books cover a range of topics and themes, such as personal stories, identity, and family dynamics.

Key Facts

  • John Irving released a book titled "Queen Esther", returning to themes from his earlier work "The Cider House Rules".
  • Irving's new book focuses on a Jewish orphan named Esther Nacht.
  • Salman Rushdie published a collection of stories called "The Eleventh Hour".
  • Rushdie's collection touches on themes like identity and revenge.
  • Kevin Moffett's debut novel, "Only Son", tells a generational story of a father-son relationship.
  • Oyinkan Braithwaite's second novel, "Cursed Daughters", explores themes of curses and generational trauma.
  • This week features a busy release schedule with many noteworthy books.
  • The books were highlighted in an NPR article discussing recent literary releases.
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