Here are the year’s notable fiction, poetry and nonfiction, chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.

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Stories of Hope,” Francil Tejada shares her story about the Dominican Republic, where she was born, and the death of her ...

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Jake Ciely offers detailed game breakdowns, sleepers and rankings (food too) to help you navigate a busy fantasy football Thanksgiving week.

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