“[Zeitgeists] surface and submerge, then resurface with slightly different names and faces, like Benjamin’s description of Paul Klee’s Angelus Novus.” Lidia Yuknavitch, at The Rumpus, discusses the urgency of books.

• Frank Kovarik on gender bias in literature.

• Everyday Genius has a new story from Amelia Gray, “Loop.” She’ll also be reading in NYC later this month along with Chris Adrian.

• Both Knee-Jerk and Publishing Genius are seeking submissions: essays, chapbooks, manuscripts, and more.

• Molly Templeton ventures to Symphony Space to see Neil Gaiman participate in Selected Shorts.

• Jessica Hopper reviews Gang Gang Dance’s latest, Eye Contact.