Books beyond Bobst: Heartbreaking tales of family, an untraditional romance 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, Anna Baird-Hassell, Eleanor Jacobs, and Elena Portnoy
• Mar 11, 2024
Lovely books to read or gift this Valentine’s Day
Whether you're looking for a fictional valentine or a gift for your date, here’s a list of books that will never fail.
Diana C. Sánchez González, Staff Writer
• Feb 13, 2024
5 books to curl up with this winter
These cozy recommendations will help you get through the city’s gray skies and freezing temperatures.
Tess McLafferty, Contributing Writer
• Feb 7, 2024
Review: ‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline’ is a sleek tale of environmental revolution
With Daniel Goldhaber’s stylish direction and a strong cast, “How to Blow Up a Pipeline” turns a story about property destruction into a tense thriller.
Ethan Beck, Contributing Writer
• Apr 25, 2023
Staff Recs: Schmaltzy art that’s worth it
WSN’s arts editors spotlight schmaltzy arts-related content to cling to this Valentine’s Day.
Stephanie Wong, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Natalia Palacino Carmago, Clara Scholl, and Sandy Battulga
• Feb 14, 2023
Review: ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ offers a new take on memoirs
“iCarly” comedian Jennette McCurdy lays everything bare in her debut novel.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• Nov 4, 2022
Reading Guide: Fall in love with Deborah Levy
Deborah Levy’s writing has the bittersweet simplicity of Hemingway and the intriguing strangeness of Murakami with a key element both authors lack: well-developed female characters.
Audrey Abrahams, Contributing Writer
• Oct 28, 2022
Lattes and no laptops: Unplugged cafes in NYC
The best coffee shops in the city where you can unplug and chill out with friends — plus a coffee and a treat.
Jasmine Venet, Staff Writer
• Oct 13, 2022
Review: Maayan Eitan’s ‘Love’ is an exploration of life under the male gaze
The Israeli literary sensation’s debut novella was recently translated into English.
Stephanie Wong, Staff Writer
• Apr 12, 2022
How to gush about books when everyone else has moved on
Have no one to discuss your latest read with? Check out these podcasts and videos.
Zoe De Leon, Contributing Writer
• Nov 22, 2021
‘I’m like the slut of literature’: Fran Lebowitz speaks at NYU’s Casa Italiana
Renowned author Fran Lebowitz discussed style, her career and her annoyance with NYU students.
Abby Wilson, Contributing Writer
• Nov 15, 2021
Grandma’s Place: where you’re always welcomed home
For the last 22 years, Grandma’s Place has served the Harlem community with educational toys, books, dolls and more.
Sarah Gil, Staff Writer
• Mar 29, 2021
Liam Restivo, Contributing Writer • Mar 17, 2024
Maisie Zipfel, Deputy News Editor • Mar 15, 2024
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor • Mar 15, 2024
Ashley Simons, Contributing Writer • Mar 15, 2024
Dharma Niles, Deputy News Editor • Mar 12, 2024
Julia Diorio, Music Editor • Feb 20, 2024