• INDIE

    BEAMISH BOY

    JUNE 1, 2012

BEAMISH BOY

by Albert Flynn DeSilver

A beautifully written memoir of awakening and self-acceptance. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • FICTION

    PETRA

    MAY 25, 2012

PETRA

by Subhi Alghussain

Highly recommended for anyone interested in architecture, classical history or travel photography. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • INDIE

    BEYOND MONTSERRAT

    MAY 1, 2012

BEYOND MONTSERRAT

by Jay Stanton

A compelling read for those interested in medieval Spanish history and literature. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • FICTION

    BLOOD AND WHISKEY

    MAY 1, 2012

FICTION

BLOOD AND WHISKEY

by Clark Hays and Kathleen McFall

Those who missed out on the first book will really have to hang on if they want to follow what’s happening, but it’s worth... Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • FICTION

    MENTAL HEALTH

    MAY 1, 2012

MENTAL HEALTH

by Irwin Krigman illustrated by Dan Rosandich

Trenchant and amusing, occasionally tasteless and bracingly humanistic, Krigman will get in your head. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • INDIE

    PICASSO ON A SCHEDULE

    APRIL 27, 2012

PICASSO ON A SCHEDULE

by Stephen K. Wiggins Kenneth Abernethy

A well-organized, conceptual text for students, IT professionals and software purchasers. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • FICTION

    RESISTANCE

    JUNE 9, 2012

  • INDIE

    SHOW TRIALS

    MAY 1, 2012

SHOW TRIALS

by Peter Afrasiabi

A persuasive, valuable addition to the ongoing immigration reform debate. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • FICTION

    STOP YELLING, START LISTENING

    APRIL 25, 2012

  • INDIE

    THE FIXER

    MAY 29, 2012

THE FIXER

by Teresa E. Woods

Solid characters, unpredictable twists and excellent plotting; a must-read for those who enjoy crime fiction. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >
  • NONFICTION

    THE WAR AT THE SHORE

    MAY 24, 2012

HISTORY

THE WAR AT THE SHORE

by Richard D. Bronson with Andrew Meisler and Adam M. Silver

An engaging insider’s account of the down-and-dirty machinations that go into high-stakes real estate development. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

More Book Lists

The Magazine: Kirkus Reviews

Featuring 346 industry-first reviews of fiction, nonfiction, children’s and YA books; also in this special Indie Issue: a celebration of the rich diversity of indie publishing, interviews with indie authors, and more

subscribe
  • kirkus star
  • The Kirkus Star

    One of the most coveted designations in the book industry, the Kirkus Star marks books of exceptional merit.

  • kirkus prize
  • The Kirkus Prize

    The Kirkus Prize is among the richest literary awards in America, awarding $50,000 in three categories annually.

Great Books & News Curated For You

Be the first to read books news and see reviews, news and features in Kirkus Reviews. Get awesome content delivered to your inbox every week.

Thank you!

Close Quickview