In our afternoon reading: an excerpt from Margaret Killjoy’s new book, a playlist from Jen Fawkes, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe Interviewed, Albert Samaha on Memoirs, Jen Fawkes’s Stories, and More
In our afternoon reading: an interview with Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe, thoughts on Jen Fawkes’s fiction, and more.
“Tiny Bones”: An Excerpt From Jen Fawkes’s “Tales the Devil Told Me”
Today, we’re pleased to present an excerpt from Tales the Devil Told Me, the new collection by Jen Fawkes. Sharma Shields hailed its unexpected takes on familiar narratives, saying, “By subverting our notions of notorious villains, Jen Fawkes has conjured a magic talking mirror whose words reveal our collective humanity and vulnerability.” And if that piques your interest, read on for the story “Tiny Bones.”
Vol. 1 Brooklyn’s October 2021 Book Preview
Looking for something new to read this October? There’s a lot that looks impressive this month, including a few books by writers we’ve published here in past years. There’s also formally inventive fiction, thought-provoking explorations of the state of literature, and bold debuts. What’s not to like?
Morning Bites: Norman Lock, Revisiting J.D. Salinger, Anne F. Garréta’s Latest, Rikki Ducornet, and More
In our morning reading: new fiction by Norman Lock, thoughts on Rikki Ducornet’s latest novel, and more.
Weekend Bites: Ashleigh Bryant Phillips Interviewed, Jen Fawkes, Anja Kampmann on Climate Change, Carlos Busqued, and More
In our weekend reading: an interview with Ashleigh Bryant Phillip, thoughts on the work of Carlos Busqued, and more.