“Gunk,” a novel by Saba Sams, follows a woman through the trials and tenuous jobs of young adulthood. By Dwight Garner In “Whidbey,” three women reckon with the aftermath of sexual assault. By ...

Before you watch 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' on the big screen, a new pair of comics want to remind you of the film and its big players. 'Kagurabachi' might be a bit basic, but what it does, it does ...

Our columnist on the month’s best new books. By Sarah Lyall Reading recommendations from critics and editors at The New York Times. In a career studded with literary awards, he was the author of ...