As 2021 draws to a close, I'm particularly grateful to you for reading our Books newsletter. I hope it's provided a little entertainment and some useful direction toward books you've enjoyed. Now, consider how much more The Washington Post has to offer — like all those reviews and stories I'm always linking to. If you've thought about becoming a subscriber, don't miss this special offer running through Nov. 30: Subscribe for just $0.99 every four weeks — our lowest price ever. This deal includes unlimited access to the entire Washington Post — from the most in-depth political news to the most entertaining features. It's like getting a great book every day! Thanksgiving dinner with the Charles family in St. Louis. (Madeline Charles) | I've sneaked away to spend a few days with my family in St. Louis, but you can still enjoy all the reviews published this week in Book World (below). As you go about your holiday shopping, keep our list of the year's best books handy (start here). Thank you for the time off! I'll look forward to catching up with you all next Friday. Now if you'll excuse me, there are several leftover pies I need to eat before the rest of my family gets up. Selected by Washington Post editors and reviewers ● Read more » | | Selected by Washington Post editors and reviewers ● Read more » | | Selected by Washington Post editors and reviewers ● Read more » | | Selected by Maureen Corrigan and Richard Lipez ● Read more » | | Send any questions or comments about our book coverage to ron.charles@washpost.com. You can read last week's issue here. And if you know friends who might enjoy this newsletter, please forward it to them and remind them it's free! To subscribe, click here. Interested in advertising in our bookish newsletter? Contact Michael King at michael.king@washpost.com. |