In the Los Angeles Times: a review of Dana Spiotta’s new novel.

Porochista Khakpour was interviewed about writing about the body.

Sherman Alexie on the inspirational effect of a poem by Adrian C. Louis.

At Gawker: Rich Juzwiak on the importance of Garth Greenwell’s What Belongs to You.

Some publishing advice from John Langan.

Lian Hearn and Kelly Luce discussed writing about Japan.

Larry Kramer shares his ten favorite books.

The Scottish Book Trust recommended six head-spinning novels.

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