In our morning reading: an excerpt from Gabe Habash’s novel, poetry from Melissa Broder, and much more.
Afternoon Bites: Brit Bennett, D. Foy on Touring, Melissa Broder Interviewed, Helen Garner, and More
In our afternoon reading: interviews with Brit Bennett, D. Foy, and Melissa Broder; thoughts on Helen Garner’s recent NYC appearance; and more.
Mid-Year 2016: The Year’s Best Nonfiction (So Far)
It’s been a great year for nonfiction so far, with work that’s encompassed everything from memorable and harrowing true-life stories to formally bold takes on everyday topics. What follows is a look at some of the nonfiction books that have gotten our attention in the first half of this year.
Vol.1 Brooklyn’s June 2016 Book Preview
June 2016 brings with it a host of eagerly anticipated books–everything from a history of the great Chicago space The Empty Bottle to new novels by longtime Vol.1 Brooklyn favorites Alexis M. Smith and Gabriel Blackwell. June also brings with it candid memoirs, debut novels, cosmic horror, and fictional takes on everything from South Africa’s recent history to the planet’s future. Here’s a look at some of the books that have caught our eye for the month to come.
Morning Bites: Melissa Broder’s Playlist, Lidia Yuknavitch, Writers on Fictional Women, Lindy West Interviewed, and More
In our morning reading: a playlist from Melissa Broder, Lidia Yuknavitch’s TED Talk, Douglas Wolk on Motown’s history, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Lynn Steger Strong Interviewed, Ocean Vuong Poetry, Alexandra Naughton’s Novel, Greil Marcus, and More
In our afternoon reading: an interview with Lynn Steger Strong, Sofia Samatar on the new issue of The Scofield, poetry from Ocean Vuong, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Melissa Broder, Jamie Iredell Interviewed, Sofia Samatar’s Latest, and More
In our afternoon reading: checking in with Melissa Broder, a review of Sofia Samatar’s new novel, fiction from J. Robert Lennon, and more.
Vol.1 Brooklyn’s March 2016 Books Preview
This March brings it with a host of books that we’re eager to read–everything from thought-provoking and incisive nonfiction to unexpected national histories to transportive, unpredictable fiction. Some come from authors whose work we’ve come to trust; others fall into the category of highly anticipated debuts. Here’s a look at some of the books that have us most excited for the upcoming month.