So there’s a Tumblr full of classic old National Geographic photos that is possibly one of the two or three greatest things ever. (via A Continuos Lean)

Emma Straub talks horses while The Chicago Bulls Joakim Noah talks Kennedy Fried Chicken at New York Magazine.

Jennifer Gilmore picks out a few songs for Largehearted Boy. The Mothers is out now, and you should consider picking it up.

Gilmore is also in conversation with Meg Wolitzer at The Rumpus.

Philip Turner on the life and times of the late Peter Workman.

The Portland Mercury on the teaming of Future Tense Books with Scout Books.

Joshua Henkin discusses the seven most vulnerable moments in a man’s life.

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