Contents of the Newsletter

The newsletter from The New York Times Books, dated June 20, 2025, begins with a description of how the writer plans to spend the weekend amidst a heatwave in the United States. The writer shares their plans of heading to the beach with books in tow to escape the scorching heat. They mention the books they plan to read over the weekend and invite readers to share their current reads via email.

The newsletter also features book recommendations, including 8 new books suggested by critics and editors, 21 nonfiction books coming that summer, 31 novels coming that summer, fake dating romance novels, and novels about witches recommended by fantasy author Charlie Jane Anders.

Additionally, the newsletter includes book reviews such as "I'll Be Right Here" by Amy Bloom, "Comedy Samurai" by Larry Charles, "The Palm-Wine Drinkard" by Amos Tutuola, and more. It also features a biography of American fashion icon Claire McCardell and book recommendations by Stephen Fry.

Products

The newsletter does not mention specific products for sale. Instead, it focuses on book recommendations, reviews, and author insights to help readers make informed choices on their next read.

The New York Times Store

The New York Times is a renowned news source that offers a wide range of content, including books, reviews, and editorials. While the newsletter does not directly promote a store or products for sale, The New York Times has an extensive online store where readers can purchase books, merchandise, and subscription packages.

The store, located at the domain nytimes.com, is known for its high-quality products, curated book selections, and merchandise featuring The New York Times branding. Customers can explore various categories, including best sellers, recommendations, and special editions, to find their next favorite read or gift for a book lover.