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International Freak by M Syd Rosen review – the British Timothy Leary
Farquharson was a key member of the UK counterculture. Photograph: ShutterstockView image in fullscreenPiccadilly Circus, London, in 1969. He provoked anxiety and goodwill in equal measure.
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An Angel Watching Over Me: On Exile, Estrangement and Placelessness in Paris
The article reflects on a personal family history intertwined with the author's experiences in Paris. It recounts the…
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On a Childhood Longing to Be Delicate
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What Do Arthurian Legend and All My Children Have in Common?
The author reflects on their journey of exploring Arthurian legend while drafting a novel. They discover a queer love…
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A Love Letter to My Hometown: On Revisiting Rural New Hampshire in Fiction
The author reflects on their hometown of Newport, New Hampshire, and the complexities of love and longing associated…
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Reflections on an Angelheaded Hipster: Celebrating Allen Ginsberg’s 100th Birthday
Allen Ginsberg, born a century ago, is celebrated as a pivotal figure in 20th-century American poetry. His work,…
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Why Women Need Fairy Tales to Stay Rooted in Their Own Lives
The article reflects on the author's personal struggles with burnout and dissatisfaction in her corporate job. It…
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The Side That Won the Civil War is Now Banning Books About Why the Civil War Was Fought
The article discusses the ongoing censorship of literature related to the Civil War and slavery in the United States.…
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Ambivalence by Brian Dillon review – an odd man out
Brian Dillon's memoir, 'Ambivalence', explores his journey of self-discovery through literature and music after losing…
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Whistler
The article recounts a personal experience involving the author's father, Neil Zabriskie, and his interactions with…
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Wimmy Road Boyz by Sufiyaan Salam review – an electric debut set on Manchester’s Curry Mile
Wimmy Road Boyz by Sufiyaan Salam is a debut novel set on Manchester's Curry Mile, exploring the lives of three…
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Lit Hub Weekly: May 25 – 29, 2026
Lit Hub highlights various literary topics and events for the week of May 25-29, 2026. The article features…
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‘I am very serious about being silly’: children’s illustrators on the art of storytelling
The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is set to open in London, aiming to elevate the status of illustration in…
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Lit Hub Daily: May 29, 2026
Sara Youngblood Gregory looks at the speculative possibilities of queer literature and the last decade of AIDS…
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Melissa Febos, Geoff Dyer, Beyoncé… Here are 25 books out in paperback this June.
June brings a variety of new paperback books for readers to enjoy during the summer. The selections include novels,…
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The best recent translated fiction – review roundup
A review roundup highlights several recent translated fiction works. Notable titles include 'Sisters in Yellow' by…
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The Twenty-Year Novel: Harriet Clark on The Hill
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Spotify’s Audiobooks Play is Working
Spotify's investment in audiobooks is showing significant returns, with a 60% increase in listening hours…
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Lit Hub Daily: May 27, 2026
Why Michael Crichton’s best novel flopped when it was adapted to film. | Lit Hub Film Mary Berman remembers the…
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Announcing the First Zero to Well-Read Guided Read-Along
The first Zero to Well-Read Guided Read-Along will focus on Homer's The Odyssey in anticipation of Christopher Nolan's…
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8 Spooky Queer Folk Horror Books
The article highlights eight queer folk horror books that are captivating and unputdownable. These stories blend…
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Time For Summer Mystery Books!
The article highlights the latest happenings in the mystery genre as summer approaches. It includes adaptation news,…
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Reading About History While Living Through History
The article discusses the relevance of historical graphic novels in understanding current events. It highlights the…
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5 Must-Listen Nonfiction Audiobooks
The article highlights five nonfiction audiobooks that are narrated by their authors, providing a unique listening…
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“Expatriate’s Pantoum.” A Poem by Maria Nazos
The poem 'Expatriate’s Pantoum' by Maria Nazos explores themes of escapism and regret through vivid imagery. It…
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What Happens When You Show Your Parents Your Debut Novel?
The author shares the emotional experience of giving their debut novel to their parents. They express fear of how…
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How World War I Foretold Our Current Age of Competing Nationalisms
The article reflects on the impact of World War I and its lasting legacy on contemporary global dynamics. It…
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Who Are You When You Lose Your Job? And Other Questions You Can Answer by Making Art
The article explores the emotional aftermath of losing a job and the identity crisis that can ensue. It reflects on…
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“Your dangerous shoe.” A Poem by Lila Matsumoto
The poem reflects on a personal experience involving a broken shoe and a kind flatmate. The flatmate shares memories…
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How Bees Came to the United States and Changed Our Landscape
Honey bees have significantly influenced US agriculture over the past 150 years. Originally brought by colonists, they…
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Why Michael Crichton’s Best Novel is the Worst Movie Based on One of His Books
The article discusses Michael Crichton's literary legacy, particularly focusing on his novel 'Sphere.' While Crichton…
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How Medieval Doctors, Christian and Muslim, Treated the Black Death
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“Boring Tree”
The narrator observes a woman who seems to be following them while they look at a tree. As more people gather, the…
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Why Pope Leo quoted Gandalf in his response to the rise of AI.
Pope Leo XIV recently addressed the challenges posed by artificial intelligence in a new encyclical letter. He…
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Lit Hub Daily: May 26, 2026
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David Sedaris, Matt Haig, Missouri Williams, and more: 20 new books out today!
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Five Things I Got Wrong in My First Novel, According to My Dad
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The Helter-Skelter History of the Manson Murders
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Marilyn Monroe Was a Voracious Reader, Despite Her Near-Debilitating Imposter Syndrome
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We Should All Be Autodidacts: The Case For Reading the Great Books at Your Own Pace
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Tell us: what have you been reading this month?
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