Shortcomings
<p><b>The 2007 <i>New York Times Book Review</i> Notable Book now in paperback</b><br><b></b><br><b></b>Lauded for its provocative and insightful portrayal of interpersonal relationships, Adrian Tomine's politically charged <i>Shortcomings</i> was one of the most acclaimed books of 2007. Among many interviews and reviews in outlets around the country, Tomine was interviewed by Terry Gross on NPR's <i>Fresh Air</i> and also in <i>The Believer</i>, <i>New York</i> magazine, and <i>Giant Robot</i>. <i>Shortcoming</i>s landed on countless "best of" lists, including those in <i>Entertainment Weekly</i> and <i>The New York Times</i>; was praised by Junot DÂaz in <i>Publishers Weekly</i>; and was the subject of a solo review in <i>The New York Times Book Review</i> that drew comparison between Tomine and Philip Roth. The groundbreaking graphic novel now returns in paperback.</p>