Caleb Azumah Nelson: James Baldwin ignited something in me that's still burning today'
Identifying with local authors can inspire and embolden individuals to pursue writing and express themselves authentically through literature. [ more ]
School of Lord Byron: how the first global celebrity influenced art, portraiture and attitudes to built heritage
Lord Byron remains a significant figure in art history, inspiring artists through his writing, serving as a portraitist's subject, and being a champion of Europe's built heritage. [ more ]
Paul Auster, Prolific and Experimental Man of Letters and Filmmaker, Dies at 77
Paul Auster, a renowned writer and filmmaker known for inventive narratives, has passed away at 77.
Auster's works were admired overseas for his cosmopolitan worldview and erudite style, though he didn't achieve major commercial success in the U.S. [ more ]
Kim Gordon's new album, The Collective, is inspired by Jennifer Egan's novel, The Candy House, giving the album a sci-fi vibe.
Another book that inspired Gordon for her album is The Lover by Marguerite Duras, connecting to her childhood experiences in Hong Kong and Duras' childhood in Saigon. [ more ]
'Night Watch,' 'King: A Life,' among 2024 Pulitzer Prize winners
The Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists for various categories were announced, with a notable change in eligibility criteria for future awards. [ more ]
Leslie Jamison and the Travails of Millennial Divorce
The dissolution of a marriage provides rich material for writers, blending elements of passion, regret, and storytelling into a coherent narrative. [ more ]
Andrew Motion is a celebrated UK Poet Laureate known for his poetry collections and biographies, having received prestigious awards and honors for his contributions to literature. [ more ]
Food in books has a powerful impact on readers, invoking memories and inviting self-reflection on why and how we engage with literary food descriptions. [ more ]
What we learn about Kafka from his uncensored diaries
Brod ignored Kafka's wish to burn his writings; distorted Kafka's image by editing diaries. New translations reveal a more authentic, complex Kafka. [ more ]
Bestselling novelist Paul Auster, author of The New York Trilogy, dies at 77
Paul Auster, a best-selling author known for his exploration of existential questions and postmodern American literature, has passed away at the age of 77. [ more ]
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Lost work of the Brothers Grimm found hidden in Poland library
The discovery of 27 original volumes by the Brothers Grimm in Poland's University Library may shed light on how they chose themes for their famous stories. [ more ]
As National Poetry Month comes to a close, 2 new retrospectives to savor
Marie Howe and Jean Valentine are celebrated for their impactful and essential poetry collections, with Howe particularly known for her genuine and thought-provoking work. [ more ]
The adaptation of Dickens' novel 'Our Mutual Friend' in the play 'London Tide' falls short in capturing the complexity and wit of the original work. [ more ]
The real Joan Didion, beyond her iconic image, focused on depicting the human compulsion to construct narratives for survival through skepticism and outsider's perspective. [ more ]
A Middle School Book Club Makes Good Trouble, on a National Scale
Established book club Good Books Young Troublemakers for middle graders aims to introduce potentially controversial and diverse content, expanding nationwide. [ more ]
'The Letters of Emily Dickinson' Book Review: A Poetic Collection | KQED
The Letters of Emily Dickinson provide an intimate look into her life, offering readers insights into her daily activities, relationships, and thoughts. [ more ]
Cead mile failte: the literary love affair between Germany and a western Irish island
Heinrich Boll's connection to Achill Island in Ireland continues to influence German perception and tourism, with his book 'Irish Journal' being a significant literary piece. [ more ]
In 'Like Happiness,' a Woman Struggles to Define a Past, Destructive Relationship
The novel Like Happiness by Ursula Villarreal-Moura explores the complexities of relationships, nostalgia, and cultural representation in literature. [ more ]
The Three-Body Problem book series was a global sensation, with the first book winning the Hugo Award for Best Novel.
The Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy achieved commercial success in the West and coincided with China's rise as a cultural and geopolitical rival to the U.S. [ more ]
Retellings of classic novels are gaining popularity with recent feminist, modernized, and reimagined versions of well-known works.
Authors are reimagining and building upon classic stories to challenge traditional boundaries and spark new perspectives on the idea of novelty. [ more ]