The Los Angeles Times explored the influence of Tananarive Due.

The NYPL is taking action against book bans.

At The Hobbyhorse, Tomoé Hill pondered Barbara Molinard’s Panics.

Speaking of Hill — there’s also an interview with her at Beyond the Zero.

Intelligencer delved into the trajectory of Mike Crumplar.

At Largehearted Boy, a playlist from Eugen Bacon and Andrew Hook.

Aquarium Drunkard reviewed En Attendant Ana’s new album.

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