In our afternoon reading: Jen Fawkes on storytelling, where “Elden Ring” and poetry converge, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Deesha Philyaw on Storytelling, M.S. Coe Fiction, Willy Vlautin’s Latest, and More
In our afternoon reading: an interview with Deesha Philyaw, thoughts on Willy Vlautin’s new book, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Interviewing David Leo Rice, Joshua Chaplinsky on Horror, Jen Fawkes’s Playlist, and More
In our afternoon reading: interviews with David Leo Rice and Joshua Chaplinsky, a playlist from Jen Fawkes, and more.
Recommended Books: July 2024
Are you, by any chance, seeking some reading recommendations for the month of July? Serendipitously, we happen to have a couple of those at the ready for your perusal. We’re thrilled that a couple of old favorites of ours are returning with new, genre-defying books this month; throw in some moving nonfiction and thoughtful ruminations on creativity and you have a compelling selection to choose from. Here are our recommendations for the current month.
Afternoon Bites: Margaret Killjoy’s New Novel, Jen Fawkes’s Playlist, Kurt Vonnegut’s Life, and More
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?