Oprah Winfrey selects Canadian novel for new book club
The selection features a story set in a small community, joining a list of other recent literary announcements.
By Mariam Saleh ·
Oprah Winfrey has chosen a new selection for her book club. The pick is a novel by an acclaimed Canadian author. The story is set in a small community.
This announcement arrives alongside several other notable literary events. M. John Harrison, a British science fiction writer, received the 2026 Booker Prize for fiction. The award recognizes his work in the genre.
Joe Biden, the former U.S. President, has published a White House memoir. In the text, he writes about Donald Trump. Trump previously disputed his loss in the 2020 election. The memoir notes that Trump privately lauded the incoming President.
Eckhartz Press has released approximately 150 titles. Most of these books focus on a specific topic near and dear to the publisher. The press continues to expand its catalog in this niche.
Dulcey Hunter joined the University of Chicago faculty. She serves as the institution's first scholar on banned books. Her role focuses on the history and impact of censorship in literature.
Kerry Kennedy discussed her new book, Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy. The title details the life of the former First Lady. The book examines her public and private influence.
