Your ultimate L.A. Bookshelf is here — a guide to the 110 essential L.A. books, plus essays, supporting quotes and a ranked list of the best of the best. In advance of this year’s Los Angeles Times ...

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L-R: Tom Blyth as Alex and Emily Bader as Poppy in 'People We Meet on Vacation' Courtesy of Netflix Many books will provide backbone to both theatrical and streaming releases in 2026. From the ...

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November 24, 2025 • Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that's more than 4,000 great ...