Henri Cole is a really sensational poet even for people who may not think poetry can be sensational. He works for the universe and he discusses his new book...

Sarah Shun-lien Bynum’s “Likes” is a layered book of nine short stories.

Several kinds of novels in one, Edmund White’s “A Saint from Texas” is so good you might forget a novel can be this good.

Elizabeth Wetmore’s “Valentine” is an impressive demonstration of the power of the voices of women.

Elizabeth Wetmore discusses her debut novel, “Valentine,” and Southern conservatism that wants to steer clear of the uglier parts of life.

Life and story go hand in hand in Margot Livesey’s “The Boy in the Field.”