David L. Ulin interviewed Megan Stielstra about her essay collection The Wrong Way to Save Your Life.

The Center For Fiction has announced the short list for the 2017 First Novel Prize.

Chelsea Martin talked with Scott McClanahan at Fanzine.

BOMB has new poetry by Lauren Hilger.

Kristen Arnett talked about hosting her book release party at a 7-11.

At NYLON, indie bookstore employees recommended fall books.

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