In our afternoon reading: Alexandra Kleeman recommends Staten Island things, reviews of books by Christian TeBordo and Sarah Hall, and more.
Morning Bites: David James Keaton Nonfiction, Matthew Specktor Interviewed, Kaveh Akbar’s Poetry, and More
In our morning reading: nonfiction by David James Keaton, an interview with Matthew Specktor, and more.
Morning Bites: Matt Bell’s Latest, Salman Rushdie on Storytelling, Dmitry Samarov’s Playlist, and More
In our morning reading: reviews of books by Matt Bell and Rachel Cusk, new writing by Salman Rushdie, and more.
Vol.1 Brooklyn’s April 2021 Book Preview
What does April have in store for avid readers? Mind-expanding fiction, incisive nonfiction, and emotionally affecting poetry — and that’s just the beginning. What is perhaps most notable about this month’s intriguing books is how wide a range they cover, from traditional to experimental. Regardless of where your own tastes fall, there’s likely something due out this month that will get your attention. Here’s a look at some of the April books that have piqued ours.
Ask For Rose: An Excerpt From Dmitry Samarov’s “Old Style”
Today, we’re pleased to present an excerpt from Dmitry Samarov’s new book Old Style, described by the author as “[a]n illustrated book set in Chicago bars between 9/11 and The Plague.” Samarov has an excellent sense for place, personality and setting; this book brings together his skills as a writer with those as an artist, telling a host of compelling stories along the way.
Morning Bites: Laird Hunt’s Latest, Zak Salih, “Black Futures” Reviewed, IAN SWEET, and More
In our morning reading: thoughts on Laird Hunt’s new novel, an interview with Zak Salih, and more.
Morning Bites: Angel Bat Dawid, Silvia Moreno-Garcia Interviewed, Meredith Monk, Pete Beatty’s Debut, and More
In our morning reading: thoughts on Angel Bat Dawid’s new album, an interview with Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and more.
Morning Bites: Wipers Revisited, Dmitry Samarov, Ishmael Reed on Bill Gunn’s Films, Greg Mania, and More
In our morning reading: looking back on a classic album from Wipers, an interview with Aimee Nezhukumatathil, and more.