In our morning reading: thoughts on Rita Bullwinkel’s new novel, revisiting Laurie Colwin’s bibliography, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Lance Olsen Fiction, Zito Madu’s Memoir, Judith Butler’s Latest, and More
In our afternoon reading: new writing by Lance Olsen, thoughts on books by Judith Butler and Zito Madu, and more.
Books of the Month: February 2024
We’re not going to lie: we’re pretty excited for what February has in store for us, books-wise. (We’d even think this if one of our editors didn’t have a novel due out in the second month of 2024.) This month has it all: new books by longtime favorites, a terrific example of punk lit, and a thoughtful work on the state of labor to cap it all off. Here’s a glimpse of what we’re excited about circa now.
Books of the Month: December 2023
And now it’s December. What does December bring, in literary terms? An interesting array of books, representing a disparate array of styles and approaches to the craft of writing. Do you like short stories? We’ve got you covered. Do you enjoy poetry? There’s some poetry here, too. Throw some literary translations into the mix and you have a solid month for reading — with what might be your next favorite book as this year draws to a close.
Morning Bites: Revisiting Ronald Johnson, Indigenous Horror, Dennis Cooper Interviewed, and More
In our morning reading: exploring the writings of Ronald Johnson and Roxane Gay, an interview with Dennis Cooper, and more.
Morning Bites: Matana Roberts’s Latest, Blonde Redhead Returns, Small Press Recommendations, and More
In our morning reading: thoughts on Matana Roberts’s new album, small press book recommendations for the fall, and more.
Afternoon Bites: Hillary Leftwich Nonfiction, Literary Scandals, Jeff Jackson and Meghan Lamb on Writing and Music, and More
In our afternoon reading: new writing by Hillary Leftwich, Jeff Jackson and Meghan Lamb in conversation, and more.
Morning Bites: John Steinbeck’s Essay, Kirkus Prize Winners, Kevin Wilson on Books, and More
In our morning reading: some John Steinbeck news, the Kirkus Prize winners, and more.