The Return of Short Fiction

Is the short story in the midst of a comeback? Plus: Three new collections that exemplify the form at its finest

There's no question that this has been a very good year for the short story, an oft-ignored (if not outright maligned) form that's long been considered somehow inferior to the novel. On January 3, the New York Times Magazine published a profile of the short story writer George ... More

Did They Really Just Say That?

From Anthony Weiner’s self-loathing to Martha’s swipe at Gwyneth, the 5 most mind-boggling statements of the week

After certain conversations, celebrities might wish they could hit "undo." Hold forth for the most brazen—and revealing—quotes from the week of October 18. Reading between the lines isn’t necessary. Pillow Talk with Warren Buffett "Creditworthiness is like virginity. It can be preserved but not restored very easily." —Warren Buffett, waxing ... More

The Importance of Being Ernest

See if you can pick out the prize-winning Papa impersonator from this year's Hemingway Look-Alike Contest

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Famous Last Words: Al Sharpton

The reverend is known for saying exactly what's on his mind. Here, even his handwriting speaks volumes

"The key to life is finding a purpose," says Reverend Al Sharpton. "I'm living for an overarching purpose that's not based on the seasons in life, but based on what I feel is my reason for being on earth: social justice and standing up for human rights. It's something I ... More

Behind Closed Doors With Amy Grace Loyd

Chatting with the author of The Affairs of Others about privacy, paranoia and Playboy

It's hard to know what's happening behind New York's closed doors. Unless, that is, you're the one with the keys. Such is the case for Celia Cassill, a recently widowed Brooklyn landlord who's exceedingly picky about the tenants in her building. In Amy Grace Loyd's debut novel, The Affairs ... More

The Chattering Class

A weekend-ready crib sheet for your cultural repartee

Cocktails tonight? Brunch tomorrow? Perhaps you'll need a conversation starter or two. To paraphrase W.C. Fields, if you can't dazzle them with brilliance, baffle them with a blind item. Below, our top talking points for the August 23rd weekend: Did you hear about… ...The superstar CEO who's become a burgeoning TV star? More

Versailles’ Private Gardens

A look at Marie Antoinette's Palace escape—a bright, flower-filled oasis

During the reign of King Louis XVI and his wife, Queen Marie-Antoinette, the court at the Palace of Versailles was filled with gossipy nobles and required one to retain the highest etiquette. The unwelcoming court atmosphere, in addition to the chaos of the Palace, led the Queen to spend time ... More

Versailles’ Private Gardens – Gallery

A look at Marie Antoinette's Palace escape—a bright, flower-filled oasis

During the reign of King Louis XVI and his wife, Queen Marie-Antoinette, the court at the Palace of Versailles was filled with gossipy nobles and required one to retain the highest etiquette. The unwelcoming court atmosphere, in addition to the chaos of the Palace, led the Queen to spend time ... More

Baltasar Kormákur Takes the Comic Route

The Icelandic director discusses the chemistry between 2 Guns duo Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg

In his native Iceland, Baltasar Kormákur is known for his acting, his work in TV and film production and, of course, being a movie director. In the States, he's still making his name—you might know him from Contraband—and his latest project, this week's 2 Guns should help to cement it. Based ... More

Summer Thrillers: Our Top Titles

The best new novels deliver suspense with a twist. Here, the four that surprised us—and the one we're anxiously awaiting

The book: Visitation Street by Ivy Pochoda (Dennis Lehane/Ecco) What's different: It's set in an unsung NYC neighborhood. Why you should read it: This is the second book that the great Dennis Lehane has selected for his imprint (the ... More

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