At The Ringer, exploring the life and work of The Queen’s Gambit author Walter Tevis.

Pigeon Pages is holding an essay contest judged by Morgan Jerkins.

Debutiful talked writing with Eddy Boudel Tan.

Feel like reading a comprehensive look back at the McCarren Park Pool Parties?

At the Chicago Reader, an interview with Jason Diamond.

Richard Kadrey and Cassandra Khaw are collaborating on a new novel.

Sasha Frere-Jones wrote about conflicting takes on history for Bookforum.

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