From tales of mind-bending parallel universes to galaxies far away and dimensions unknown, there couldn’t be more perfect escapism for those lazy hazy days of summer.

Morrison was the author of Beloved, Song of Solomon and The Bluest Eye. She was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Few know the life story of the American abolitionist, nurse, cook and spy. Now a new historical novel recounts one of her greatest achievements — the Combahee Ferry Raid.

Author J.A. Walsh's new novel is set in a world where anyplace can be a setting for terror.

The former education secretary discussed his new book.

Tremblay, maybe the hottest writer in horror fiction, discusses his new short story collection "Growing Things" and what growing up and living in Massachusetts means for a writer of macabre fiction

Poet Richard Blanco shared his favorite poems about summer and the Fourth of July.

Under the Radar's pop culture contributors return to discuss the latest pop culture stories you need to know.

A hoppy IPA, an amber ale and a dry dark stout - beer and beer making is at the heart of a new family saga rooted in the heartland. Author J. Ryan Stradal’s new book, “The Lager Queen of Minnesota” is our July selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club."

We've curated a list of summer must-reads from the folks around Boston who know books best.