In our afternoon reading: a playlist from Julie Myerson, Scott Adlerberg on cinematic history, and more.
Six Ridiculous Questions: Leah Angstman
The guiding principle of Six Ridiculous Questions is that life is filled with ridiculousness. And questions. That only by giving in to these truths may we hope to slip the surly bonds of reality and attain the higher consciousness we all crave. (Eh, not really, but it sounded good there for a minute.) It’s just. Who knows? The ridiculousness and question bits, I guess. Why six? Assonance, baby, assonance.
From “Yellow Flowers”: An Excerpt From “Shoot the Horses First”
We’re pleased to present an excerpt from Leah Angstman’s forthcoming collection Shoot the Horses First, due out in February 2023 on Kerpunkt Press. Angstman’s forthcoming collection finds unexpected juxtapositions within history and seeks unlikely ways to address historical injustices. This selection is taken from the story “Yellow Flowers.”
Morning Bites: Kevin Barry on Literature, Leah Angstman’s Fiction, Allega Hyde Interviewed, and More
In our morning reading: an interview with Kevin Barry, thoughts on Leah Angstman’s new novel, and more.
Weekend Bites: Leonard Cohen Revisited, Morgan Thomas on “Manywhere,” Leah Angstman’s Fiction, and More
In our weekend reading: thoughts on a new book about Leonard Cohen, Gabino Iglesias previews 2022, and more.
Vol. 1 Brooklyn’s January 2022 Book Preview
New year? New books. January marks a strong beginning to what looks like another excellent literary year. You’ve got thought-provoking nonfiction, transportive fiction, and candid and enduring memoir all on the table. If you’re staying close to home due to cold weather or, er, other reasons this month, you’ve got plenty of new reading material to choose from.
An Excerpt From Leah Angstman’s “Out Front the Following Sea”
Today, we’re pleased to present an excerpt from Leah Angstman’s novel Out Front the Following Sea, due out in January on Regal House Publishing. Set in 1689, it follows a woman accused of witchcraft who flees her home in search of safety, and instead ventures into a much larger conflict. Regarding the novel, Steph Post said, “Leah Angstman creates an immersive world for readers to get lost in and a fascinating story to propel them through it.”
Afternoon Bites: Hala Alyan, Eileen Myles Nonfiction, Leah Angstman, Literary Florida, and More
In our afternoon reading: thoughts on Hala Alyan’s new novel, writing by Eileen Myles, and more.