When the Stars Begin to Fall

A bold, thought-provoking pathway to the national solidarity that could, finally, address the ills of racism in America

Essays in Zen Buddhism

Chairman Mao Would Not Be Amused

“In contrast to the utopian official literature of Communist China, the stories in this wide-ranging collection marshal wry humor, entangled sex, urban alienation, nasty village politics and frequent violence. ….

The Black Russian

“In this magnetically appealing, unforgettable biography, Alexandrov . . . [with] assiduous research . . . insightfully and dynamically portrays a singular man.” —Booklist (starred review)…

Holidays in Hell

“A spin with P.J. O’Rourke is like a ride in the back of an old pickup over unpaved roads. You get where you’re going fast, with exhilarating views–but not without…

Frisk

“Frisk is a significant work of fiction. Cooper . . . wants to lead us into the wormy heart of the murderous impulse.” –Michael Cunningham, author of A Home at…

Asia Hand

“Navigating Bangkok’s dark side streets and myriad underground cultures requires keen insight as well as the courage to look at corruption but see the hope that lies beneath. Vincent Calvino,…

Numbers

The Miracle Detective

“An intrepid Portland journalist crafts a fascinating exploration of how the Catholic Church investigates purported sightings of the Virgin Mary; a globe-trotting, first-person spiritual odyssey that took him to northeastern…

The Caddie Was a Reindeer

A joy ride through the wild world of sports from “the best sportswriter in the country” (St. Paul Pioneer Press)…