By The Books
A new book reshapes our perspective. It gives us a different lens through which to see the world. Something new to stand up for. This collection of emerging voices is just that. It's a call to stand by new ideas. To be inspired by fresh viewpoints. To shape our future by championing progressive thinkers. To stand by the books.
- Why Fish Don’t Exist: A Story of Loss, Love, and the Hidden Order of Life
- Rodham
- Mostly Dead Things
- Wow, No Thank You
- Always Home
Curated by Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman
Authors of Big Friendship
The Conversations
This series of conversations are guided by Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman, and informed by the unique perspective that each By The Books author's life experience provides.
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The Essays
A collection of new essays from some of our favorite writers. They’re intended to inspire new conversations and spark discoveries about the world around us.
- Friendship in the Time Of COVID
- On Sanity and Stories
- Some Reasons Why My Niece Is Probably the Reincarnation of Shirley Jackson
Curated by Ashley C. Ford
Writer, host, and educator
The Podcast
In this pop up of the beloved, long-running series, Longform Podcast, authors talk about the books that changed them, helping them to see the world anew.
The Films
To honor By The Books’ rising talents, we're proud to present a summer-long documentary series devoted to some of the literary giants who paved the way for these new writers. With fresh titles added throughout the summer, By The Books' growing film library invites you to explore these writers' legacy of honesty, rebellion, and change.
