Boris Kachka

writer and former LA Times books editor

LA Times Books Editor

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HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm” ended its 12th and final season Sunday night. We review the episode and discuss how Westside Los Angeles featured prominently in the show.

HBO’s ‘Curb’ concludes with copious callbacks to ‘Seinfeld’ finale

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As the weather cools off, why not cozy up on the sofa with a good book? Recommendations include titles by Jesmyn Ward, Safiya Sinclair, Lisa Hamilton, and others.

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‘The Bee Sting,’ ‘All-Night Pharmacy’: Add these and more to your summer reading list

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from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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