A personal newsletter from fantasy author Rachel Gillig covering her novella about Bartholomew, her book tours, and the release of The Knave and the Moon, alongside reflections on life and the loss of her dog Wally. Readers get author updates, behind-the-scenes writing reflections, and a candid, warm look at the publishing process.
Website: https://rachelgillig.substack.com
Robert Christgau's weekly newsletter offers his music criticism through monthly Consumer Guide columns with brief graded album reviews, plus reader-question columns called Xgau Sez covering music history, books and the Village Voice. Readers get sharp, opinionated, compact judgments from a veteran critic writing about old age and politics as well.
A newsletter by author Natasha Lunn exploring love in all its forms through personal essays and long-form conversations with writers, therapists and thinkers. Issues cover grief, dependency, friendship and romance, often anchored in a recent book or adaptation.
Long-form literary essays and criticism from The Paris Review, covering forgotten novels, literary history and contemporary culture. Readers get close readings and cultural analysis rooted in literature and the arts.
A Jewish-interest books and ideas publication offering long-form reviews and essays on history, politics, culture and Israel. Readers get critical engagement with new books and current debates, including anti-Zionism and Israeli politics.
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