Kate Loftus-O'Brien
Weekend Read: Paulina & Fran is the anti-romance satire for the Frances Ha generation
Friendship, rivalry and love triangles — Poet and painter Rachel B. Glaser’s debut novel Paulina & Fran is a cutting satire of art school that’s sympathetic towards its characters even as it mocks them.
Written by: Kate Loftus-O'Brien
Catherine Lacey’s debut novel is a modern day 'Bell Jar' for the digital generation
An ode to feeling stuck — Nobody is Ever Missing by Catherine Lacey is full of strange and hilarious insights into the caprices of the human heart.
Written by: Kate Loftus-O'Brien
Lauren Beukes
Broken Monsters — Broken Monsters explores art, violence and the sinister side of social media in the dark underbelly of Detroit.
Written by: Kate Loftus-O'Brien
Mark Chiusano
Marine Park — Mark Chiusano’s Marine Park is a touching portrait of the places and people of suburban New York.
Written by: Kate Loftus-O'Brien
Katherine Faw Morris
Young God — Katherine Faw Morris’ debut novel is a gritty country noir told in short, electric bursts.
Written by: Kate Loftus-O'Brien