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fromThe New Yorker
15 hours ago

Alison Bechdel and the Search for the Beginner's Mind

Bechdel's early days of cartooning were an act of spontaneous creation, beginning with a simple doodle that evolved into the iconic "Dykes to Watch Out For" series.
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fromConsequence
9 hours ago

Johnny Cash Lyrics and Never-Before-Seen Diary Pages To Be Published in New Book

Words cannot come close to expressing our pride to see my dad accorded such a singular privilege, the first musician in history to be included in the Statuary Hall Collection.
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#literature
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My sadness is not a burden': author Yiyun Li on the suicide of both her sons

Yiyun Li's novels about her sons explore profound grief and the complexities of their personalities.
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fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Patricia Lockwood on Fairies and Putting the Writing Mind Back Together

'Fairy Pools' serves as a clarifying narrative bridge for the themes of confusion and grief in the larger novel.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

When a Writer Takes to the Stage

The article explores writers from The New Yorker who have transitioned to performing on stage, revealing the dichotomy between those who should and shouldn't.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

'Steve Martin Writes the Written Word' Shows Depth of Comedian's Talent

Steve Martin's new collection highlights his diverse talent as a writer by mixing new and old works, including important themes of love and loneliness.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Rob Macfarlane : Sometimes I felt as if the river was writing me'

Robert Macfarlane's latest book delves into the complex question of whether rivers can be considered alive, blending nature writing with philosophical inquiry.
Writing
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Kenyan author and dissident who became a giant of modern literature, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, a prominent Kenyan author and voice of dissent, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of challenging narratives and language.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My sadness is not a burden': author Yiyun Li on the suicide of both her sons

Yiyun Li's novels about her sons explore profound grief and the complexities of their personalities.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Patricia Lockwood on Fairies and Putting the Writing Mind Back Together

'Fairy Pools' serves as a clarifying narrative bridge for the themes of confusion and grief in the larger novel.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

When a Writer Takes to the Stage

The article explores writers from The New Yorker who have transitioned to performing on stage, revealing the dichotomy between those who should and shouldn't.
Writing
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Steve Martin Writes the Written Word' Shows Depth of Comedian's Talent

Steve Martin's new collection highlights his diverse talent as a writer by mixing new and old works, including important themes of love and loneliness.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Rob Macfarlane : Sometimes I felt as if the river was writing me'

Robert Macfarlane's latest book delves into the complex question of whether rivers can be considered alive, blending nature writing with philosophical inquiry.
Writing
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Kenyan author and dissident who became a giant of modern literature, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, a prominent Kenyan author and voice of dissent, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of challenging narratives and language.
#creativity
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fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

'Dying for Sex' Changed Everything for Jenny Slate

Jenny Slate reflects on her transformative journey over the past eight years, highlighting her growth as a writer, performer, and artist.
She emphasizes her individuality and voice development through personal projects.
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fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

'Dying for Sex' Changed Everything for Jenny Slate

Jenny Slate reflects on her transformative journey over the past eight years, highlighting her growth as a writer, performer, and artist.
She emphasizes her individuality and voice development through personal projects.
fromBuzzFeed
11 hours ago

Why People Are Divided Over Chris Pratt's Post About His "Parks And Rec" Costar Jonathan Joss's Death

Honestly just using full sentences would have made this sound more sincere even if they weren't close. Minimal effort. Also wth does 'prayers up' even mean.
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#sarah-ruhl
#personal-growth
fromNature
3 weeks ago
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What an angry exchange with a reviewer taught me about arrogance and humility

fromNature
3 weeks ago
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What an angry exchange with a reviewer taught me about arrogance and humility

#cultural-identity
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fromwww.ocregister.com
6 days ago

Acclaimed author, UC Irvine professor Ngugi wa Thiang'o dies

Ngugi wa Thiong'o's legacy highlights the importance of writing in native languages for cultural identity, despite historical oppression.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o was not just a writer, he was a militant

Ngugi wa Thiong'o's legacy inspires deeper engagement with art, activism, and overcoming colonialism.
Writing
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Kenyan literary giant who fought colonialism, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, renowned Kenyan novelist and critic of colonialism, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of advocating for indigenous languages and literature.
Writing
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Acclaimed Kenyan writer and dissident, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o was a critical voice against colonialism and postcolonial society, influencing African literature profoundly.
Writing
fromwww.ocregister.com
6 days ago

Acclaimed author, UC Irvine professor Ngugi wa Thiang'o dies

Ngugi wa Thiong'o's legacy highlights the importance of writing in native languages for cultural identity, despite historical oppression.
Writing
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o was not just a writer, he was a militant

Ngugi wa Thiong'o's legacy inspires deeper engagement with art, activism, and overcoming colonialism.
Writing
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Kenyan literary giant who fought colonialism, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, renowned Kenyan novelist and critic of colonialism, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of advocating for indigenous languages and literature.
Writing
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Acclaimed Kenyan writer and dissident, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o was a critical voice against colonialism and postcolonial society, influencing African literature profoundly.
#memoir
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
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Hala Alyan's story of exile, addiction and surrogacy: I had to do something with the fragments'

Hala Alyan's memoir explores the complexities of Palestinian identity, motherhood, and the profound impact of exile in her life.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
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Kelsey Grammer Recalls Horrifying Moment Police Turned Up at Family Home To Reveal His Sister Had Been Murdered

Kelsey Grammer recounts the tragic murder of his sister Karen in his memoir, revealing the depth of his grief and the horror of identifying her body.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hala Alyan's story of exile, addiction and surrogacy: I had to do something with the fragments'

Hala Alyan's memoir explores the complexities of Palestinian identity, motherhood, and the profound impact of exile in her life.
Writing
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Kelsey Grammer Recalls Horrifying Moment Police Turned Up at Family Home To Reveal His Sister Had Been Murdered

Kelsey Grammer recounts the tragic murder of his sister Karen in his memoir, revealing the depth of his grief and the horror of identifying her body.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Novelist Who Learned to Write Anger-And Its Aftermath

Susan Choi's upcoming novel, Flashlight, showcases her characters confronting anger, reflecting her evolution as a writer since Trust Exercise.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Taking Word Wheel to another two levels | Brief letters

I note that you have changed the achievement levels of your Word Wheel puzzle in the print edition, expanding from three to five.
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fromMedievalists.net
1 day ago

Sin and Creativity in the Middle Ages: New Book Explores Medieval German Devotional Writing - Medievalists.net

The concepts of sin and atonement were central to religious life in the period, serving as powerful incentives for literary experimentation.
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fromeLearning
5 days ago

Beginner - eLearning

I was stuck on getting the timing just right on my animations, even while using the Timeline feature.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Amelia Earhart's Reckless Final Flights

Amelia Earhart faced immense pressure and risks during her around-the-world flight, heightened by her husband's publicity-driven ambitions.
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fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Reclaiming Language: A Conversation With Ngugi wa Thiong'o

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's work reflects critical postcolonial themes of language, memory, and justice, remaining influential in African literature.
His commitment to local language and storytelling exemplified in community theater has shaped postcolonial narrative.
#screenwriting
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Notepad gets formatting options

The update incorporating text formatting into Notepad marks a significant shift from its identity as a plain text editor, much to the chagrin of some users.
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#identity
fromTruthout
3 days ago
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The Genocide in Gaza Isn't Just Attacking Our Bodies, It's Erasing Our Memories

War destroys not only lives but also memories, stripping individuals of the connections that define them.
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago
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After Anchorage - High Country News

Exploration of personal struggle and identity through vivid imagery and metaphor in Joan Naviyuk Kane's poetry.
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fromTruthout
3 days ago

The Genocide in Gaza Isn't Just Attacking Our Bodies, It's Erasing Our Memories

War destroys not only lives but also memories, stripping individuals of the connections that define them.
#poetry
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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How Poetry Helps Dementia Caregivers Find Shelter from the Storm | KQED

fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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How Poetry Helps Dementia Caregivers Find Shelter from the Storm | KQED

#star-wars
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fromVulture
2 weeks ago

'Before Anyone Else Defines It, I'm Going to Define It'

Tony Gilroy's 'Andor' subverts traditional Star Wars narratives, focusing on the untold stories of ordinary individuals and their sacrifices in rebellion.
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fromVulture
2 weeks ago

'Before Anyone Else Defines It, I'm Going to Define It'

Tony Gilroy's 'Andor' subverts traditional Star Wars narratives, focusing on the untold stories of ordinary individuals and their sacrifices in rebellion.
fromGSMArena.com
5 days ago

Gemini now summarizes Gmail emails automatically and by default

Gemini will start summarizing your emails in Gmail automatically and by default. The summaries will appear at the top of the email content 'for messages where a summary is helpful'.
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#humor
fromVulture
5 days ago

How Playwright Branden Jacob-Jenkins Solved 'Purpose''s 'Intermission Problem'

Jacobs-Jenkins emphasized the struggle of opening the second act of his play, highlighting the challenges every artist faces, no matter their level of success.
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fromMedievalists.net
5 days ago

The Copper Guardian: A Medieval Tale of Treasure Hunters and Curses - Medievalists.net

After days of searching, we came across a castle hidden beneath layers of dust, its walls cut from snow-white stone and adorned with dark streaks, revealing secrets long forgotten.
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#george-r-r-martin
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fromHubspot
6 days ago

Why writing with clarity matters in marketing (+ 9 ways to simplify your message)

Clear writing is essential for effective communication, ensuring audience comprehension and retention.
fromTime Out New York
6 days ago

Jessica Hecht on acting, listening and working with Arthur Miller

Jessica Hecht, a seasoned Broadway actress, has yet to win a Tony, a surprising fact given her extensive and influential career in theater.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

The cost of conscience: I lost friends for defending Palestinians

Bearing witness to injustice has a price. I paid it and I would again, because silence is complicity. I have treated every word of every column that has appeared on this page.
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fromNew York Post
1 week ago

American Airlines flight attendant reads out handwritten note from Meghan Markle after commercial trip

"Dear AA girlies, thank you for the love, hospitality and handwritten note - you know me well. All love right back to you."
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fromVulture
1 week ago

'It's All a Circle'

June Osborne's journey isn't a traditional hero's journey; she's brave and alone, confronting a complex reality after Gilead's hold diminishes, questioning new possibilities.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

None of this should have worked': David Adjmi on how Led Zeppelin sparked Broadway smash Stereophonic

A grant led to inspiration for a new play, despite initially wanting to quit playwriting altogether.
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fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

Writes of Passage | The Walrus

Writing can help young individuals unlock insights about maturation and the complexities of life.
#tv-series
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fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Q&A: Personal essay writing tips from Roy Peter Clark, 'America's writing coach' - Poynter

Roy Peter Clark's new book provides essential insights for writing effective college admissions essays.
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

How to Make a Living as a Writer | The Walrus

When people ask what I do for a living, I'm faced with two choices: either I can lie or I can bore them with the truth.
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fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Audibly Toxic Men: Sexual Misconduct and Creditors

The professor is portrayed as a complex figure, bringing to life the intricate dynamics of desire and power, especially in the context of academia and mentorship.
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fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: 'Prose and Cons' - Why the Kinahan's 'Dapper Don' loved Dumbo

Christy Kinahan Sr, widely known for his involvement in crime, surprising pursued a literary path under the pseudonym Cian Sharkhin while incarcerated.
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Banned Bible book names Roman who pierced Jesus at the crucifixion

The article discusses the legend of Longinus, the soldier who pierced Jesus, and his transformation into a Christian martyr.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

How Usher Writes a Commencement Speech

Usher's methodology involved refining his commencement address extensively, reflecting both his performer's instinct and the gravity of addressing a diverse audience at Emory University.
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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Lost at Sea

On my first time out as a commercial fisherman, my boat sank, my captain died, and I was left adrift and alone in the Pacific.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Marked decline in semicolons in English books, study suggests

Lynne Truss, author of Eats, Shoots & Leaves, has criticized semicolons, stating that many writers who overuse them can become an embarrassment to their families.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

In Yamhill County, poetry and prose bloom in annual 'Paper Gardens' anthology * Oregon ArtsWatch

"So, scorn my fanciful ramblingI'll map trails to CelestiaMock my dreamsI'll mold bricks of vision...You must remember dreaming...there is no linear arc."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My husband and son suffered strokes, 30 years apart. Shockingly little had changed

A sudden stroke revealed deeper health issues and highlighted hospital inefficiencies.
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#mental-health
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
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People With "Dirty Little Secrets" Are Finally Revealing Them After Years Of Staying Silent

fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
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NJ air traffic controller reveals desperate measures he's forced to take: 'Don't want to be responsible for killing 400 people'

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fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

People With "Dirty Little Secrets" Are Finally Revealing Them After Years Of Staying Silent

Anonymous feedback can lead to positive change, even when it feels uncomfortable to initiate.
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NJ air traffic controller reveals desperate measures he's forced to take: 'Don't want to be responsible for killing 400 people'

Air traffic controller faced a near-miss collision, highlighting the dangers of faulty equipment and mental fatigue in aviation safety.
fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

Stephen King's most misused piece of writing advice

A thesaurus is a treasure trove of words to help writers compose the best phrase to express their ideas and thoughts.
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fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago

The World Record for the Shortest Math Article: 2 Words

Soifer explains: "On April 28, 2004 ... I submitted our paper that included just two words, 'n2 + 2 can' and our two drawings."
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#writing-process
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fromNature
3 weeks ago

The visitors

The Okular278 serves as a mausoleum for victims of a mining disaster, offering solace through artful displays of remembrance.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Blake Lively threatened to release Taylor Swift's texts amid Baldoni drama

The new legal filing indicates that Blake Lively allegedly threatened Taylor Swift over private messages to secure her support in her legal issues with Justin Baldoni.
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fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival Opens Submissions for 2025 Short Fiction Contest

The Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival invites writers of Caribbean heritage to submit stories for its 2025 Short Fiction Story Contest under the theme Literary Botánica.
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fromeLearning
3 weeks ago

Text-Savvy: Building Captivate Activities for Reading/Writing-Oriented Students - eLearning

Reading/writing learners benefit from customizable text features that enhance expression and critical thinking.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
3 weeks ago

Wallace Turnage

Turnage's flight from Mobile, despite multiple failed attempts and brutal punishment, underscores the determination of enslaved individuals to seek freedom against overwhelming odds.
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