
Roundup of book reviews from The Guardian, featuring titles by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Karl Ove Knausgård, Patricia Lockwood, Erin Somers, Gary Shteyngart, Phoebe Greenwood, Beatriz Serrano, Francine Toon, and Salman Rushdie.
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The Whitney Museum of American Art presents a comprehensive retrospective of artist Minnie Evans, exploring her dense, visionary works and growing legacy nearly 40 years after her death.

Mike D of the Beastie Boys releases his debut solo album Thank You, an experimental and socially conscious work reflecting on mortality, legacy, and gratitude, after a hiatus sparked by the death of bandmate MCA Yauch.

Rachel Cusk's novel 'Life of M' delves into the life of a celebrity, M, and her intersection with a nameless narrator, exploring themes of authenticity, fame, and the performative nature of reality in the social media age.

Director Pedro Almodóvar discusses his 24th film, 'Bitter Christmas', a meta-commentary on autofiction. He reflects on his career, his public criticism of Netflix, his views on the EU and Donald Trump, and his refusal to retire despite health challenges.

Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo discusses the band's upcoming 20th album, his strategic approach to songwriting using streaming data, and the lasting impact of their foundational 1996 album, Pinkerton.

A new Prime Video documentary, 'Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter', examines the life and mindset of the 24-time grand slam champion. Directed by Jason Hehir, the film explores Djokovic's Serbian roots, his controversial career moments, and his drive to compete.