Books

Books beyond Bobst: An activist’s self-help book, a new Percy Jackson novel and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Anjali Mehta, Aashna Miharia and Mariana Arboleda
• November 18, 2024

Books beyond Bobst: An artsy true crime book, a novel about a woman eating her lovers and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Siobhán Minerva, Annie Emans and Maya Santiago
• November 4, 2024

5 books to read as Filipino American History Month wraps up
These reads are a perfect introduction to the rich world of Filipino literature.
Ella Sabrina Malabanan, Staff Writer
• October 28, 2024

Books beyond Bobst: An art criticism compilation, a romance set in Communist Poland and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Alisia Houghtaling, Anna Baird-Hassell and Ella Sabrina Malabanan
• October 21, 2024

Review: ‘Scaffolding’ tears down endless emotional barriers
The novel, written by Lauren Elkin, indulges each character's deepest desires even in the face of infidelity.
Siobhán Minerva, Deputy Arts Editor
• October 21, 2024

Review: ‘Intermezzo’ is a poignant reflection on messy relationships
Only Sally Rooney can get away with writing about braces just as much as grief.
Emily Genova, Managing Editor
• October 9, 2024

Books beyond Bobst: A play about an artist, a novel spanning 300 years and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Katherine Welander, Naisha Roy and Diana C. Sánchez González
• October 7, 2024

Review: ‘Blue Sisters’ by Coco Mellors perfectly underscores the meaning of sisterhood
The novel, written by an NYU alum, exceeded expectations following the author's debut bestseller, "Cleopatra and Frankenstein."
Alexa Donovan, Arts Editor
• September 24, 2024

Books beyond Bobst: A novel longlisted for the National Book Award, a book by a trailblazing activist and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Mehr Kotval, Hannah Marr and Tina Nejand
• September 23, 2024

NYU Reads author Hua Hsu on ‘polarization’ at college campuses
Hsu told hundreds that President Linda Mills’ first email of the semester, which quotes his memoir, was not an “accurate reflection” of his words at a Monday discussion.
Krish Dev, Director of Creative & Digital Strategy
• September 18, 2024

Books beyond Bobst: An art history novel, an athletic autobiography and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Siobhán Minerva, Eleanor Jacobs and Ana Sofia Erath
• September 9, 2024

5 books that will help your transition from the beach to the classroom
On the off chance you have time to read a book for pleasure this semester, here are some suggestions to get you excited for the upcoming academic year.
Alexa Donovan, Siobhán Minerva and Eleanor Jacobs
• September 6, 2024

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