Jonathan Franzen.

I just finished reading Franzen's latest novel "Purity."
I've read two of his earlier novels "the Corrections" and "Freedom,"
but I'd say this was my favorite yet. 

There's a great interview here or learn more here. 

Sarah Vowell.

Andrew and I saw Sarah Vowell at the Town Hall tonight which was of course awesome. She's so smart and hilarious. I'm really excited to read her new book "Unfamiliar Fishes," we got one copy and had her sign it "Andrew and Naomi," she was really nice about it.