All articles tagged with #novel
Filmmaker Richard Kelly is writing Donnie Darko: The Philosophy of Time Travel, an ~800-page sequel novel set in 1988 after the original film, with plans to adapt it first into an animated/motion-capture film and later into a live-action sequel, published by Range Literary Publishing and aimed for a late-2026 release as the starting point for a broader return of the saga.
A column by Valerie Stivers in Unherd claims Rachel Cusk’s forthcoming Life of M is a thinly veiled portrait of Natalie Portman, told through the life of a famous actress and a writer chronicling her story amid glamor; Portman has publicly supported Cusk in the past, but the piece suggests she wouldn’t be flattered by the likeness, and Macmillan’s synopsis confirms the novel’s celebrity-centric plot with an Aug. 25, 2026 release date, with THR contacting Portman’s reps for comment.
A critical take on Jennette McCurdy's Half His Age argues the novel leans on shock via a 17-year-old student’s affair with her 40-year-old teacher, without enough nuance to transcend provocation; McCurdy’s strength shows in depictions of female rage and mother/daughter dynamics, but the book ultimately stalls after its provocative sex scenes, offering limited depth beyond the sensational setup.
Jennette McCurdy, famed for I'm Glad My Mom Died, releases her debut novel Half His Age, a provocative Alaska-set coming-of-age tale about a 17-year-old girl who enters an age-gap relationship with her middle-aged, married English teacher. In interviews she frames the book as a way to tell truth through difficult, unflinching material, discuss her shift from acting to writing, and outline adaptations and future projects, including a film version and an Apple TV+ series based on her memoir.
Inspired by the real-life treasure hunt of Forrest Fenn, Kathleen Boland's novel 'Scavengers' explores the complex relationships between a mother and daughter as they search for a hidden treasure in the American West, revealing deeper themes of myth, control, and humility.
Dan Houser, creator of Grand Theft Auto, has released a novel titled 'A Better Paradise' that explores a dystopian future where AI and social media dominate society, highlighting concerns about AI dependence and manipulation, reflecting current technological anxieties.
David Szalay's novel Flesh, which explores masculinity, the body, and contemporary life through the story of Hungarian immigrant István, won the Booker Prize, marking a significant achievement in his career and highlighting his focus on raw, realistic storytelling about male experiences.
Hungarian-British author David Szalay wins the 2025 Booker Prize for his dark, minimalist novel Flesh, which explores themes of masculinity, class, migration, trauma, sex, and power through the life of a man named István from youth to midlife, highlighting the physicality of human existence.
David Szalay's novel Flesh, which explores themes of passivity and uncontrollable life events through the story of a Hungarian man, has won the 2025 Booker Prize, beating out notable competitors and earning recognition for its profound narrative. Szalay, previously shortlisted for the prize, plans to celebrate by returning to Vienna.
After being laid off from LinkedIn, Oscar Cecena Fujigaki spent three months finishing a 112,000-word science fiction novel, viewing it as a personal achievement and a way to cope with the job loss. Despite the challenges of finding a new tech role, he remains hopeful, focusing on networking and broadening his job search while continuing to pursue his writing ambitions.
Madeleine Roux's upcoming Star Wars novel, 'Star Wars: Legacy,' explores the relationship between Leia Organa and Rey Skywalker between Episodes VIII and IX, focusing on their journey to repair Rey's lightsaber and uphold the Jedi legacy, set against the backdrop of new planets and characters. The book delves into character development, mentorship, and the legacy of the Jedi, with a release scheduled for July 2026.
Halo: Edge of Dawn is an upcoming novel set after Halo Infinite, following Master Chief's ongoing battle against the Banished on Zeta Halo, featuring new characters and mysteries, with a cover by Chris McGrath, scheduled for release in December 2025.
In Christine Ma-Kellams's debut novel "The Band," the story revolves around a burned-out K-pop idol named Duri, exploring the unique nature of K-pop stardom and its similarities to the struggles of everyday life. The novel delves into the pressures of fame, the lack of autonomy, and the toll it takes on individuals, raising questions about the parallels between the dangers of fame and white-collar ennui.
Percival Everett's latest novel, "James," reimagines Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from enslaved Jim's perspective, challenging assumptions about the kind of books he should write and how his characters, many of whom are Black, should behave. The novel, far darker and more imaginative than anticipated, showcases Everett's ability to continually upset expectations. Through the character of James, Everett explores themes of freedom, bondage, and the power of language, while employing metafictional devices to create a richly imagined world.
Nobel laureate Gabriel García Márquez's final novel, "Until August," which he had instructed his sons to never publish due to his struggles with dementia, is being released posthumously against his wishes on what would have been his 97th birthday. The novel, exploring themes of love, fidelity, sexuality, and aging, is a departure from García Márquez's usual magic realism genre and is the second in a series of short novels he had planned. While some, like fellow Nobel laureate Salman Rushdie, express concerns about the decision to publish, García Márquez's sons believe they are speaking for their father, who had given them permission to make such decisions after his death.