The New York Review of Books; June 25, 2026

The New York Review of Books is a semi-monthly magazine with articles on literature, culture, economics, science and current affairs. Published in New York City, it is inspired by the idea that the discussion of important books is an indispensable literary activity.

In this issue: 

• Dan Chiasson: Stop Trying To "Help Me Write"
• Erin Maglaque: A More Interesting Original First Sin
• Meghan O'Gieblyn: The Children of AI
• Adam Kirsch: The Revolution of Thomas Mann