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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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Lit Hub Daily: June 3, 2026
What do you do when your book detailing Civil War-era censorship is censored by the US government? | Lit Hub Politics “Maybe it’s fair to call this mysticism, but it could also be called democracy.…
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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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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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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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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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On a Childhood Longing to Be Delicate
The article reflects on a young person's experience at a family reunion filled with unfamiliar relatives. The narrator…
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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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Whistler
The article recounts a personal experience involving the author's father, Neil Zabriskie, and his interactions with…
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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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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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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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How Medieval Doctors, Christian and Muslim, Treated the Black Death
During the Black Death, physicians relied on traditional medical knowledge and therapies, which ultimately proved…
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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 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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“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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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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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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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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“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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“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
What should you read this summer? The Lit Hub staff would like to present these 19 novels for your consideration. |…
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We Should All Be Autodidacts: The Case For Reading the Great Books at Your Own Pace
The article discusses the challenges and perceptions surrounding the reading of classic literature, often referred to…
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Marilyn Monroe Was a Voracious Reader, Despite Her Near-Debilitating Imposter Syndrome
Marilyn Monroe's literary pursuits were a means to combat her feelings of inadequacy and impostor syndrome. Despite…
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On Indigenous Rebellion as a Precursor to the American Revolution
The article discusses the execution of an enslaved Indigenous woman in 1763 and its implications for unity among…
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The Helter-Skelter History of the Manson Murders
The article explores the unique concept of time within Charles Manson's family, which played a significant role in…
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The Gays and Their Ghosts: Natalie Adler Recommends Queer Ghost Stories
The article explores the connection between queer identities and ghost stories, highlighting their shared themes of…
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Namwali Serpell and Hanif Abdurraqib on Toni Morrison’s Song of Solomon
Namwali Serpell and Hanif Abdurraqib discuss Toni Morrison's work during a celebration in Ohio. They explore the…
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Five Things I Got Wrong in My First Novel, According to My Dad
The author reflects on their experiences growing up around boys in a group home, influenced by their father's work…
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This Week in Literary History: Ira Aldridge Debuts as Othello on the London Stage
Ira Aldridge made his debut as Othello in London in 1825, becoming one of the first professional Black actors to…
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David Sedaris, Matt Haig, Missouri Williams, and more: 20 new books out today!
A variety of new books have been released, featuring works from notable authors such as David Sedaris and Matt Haig.…
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Lit Hub Weekly: May 18 – 22, 2026
This week's Lit Hub highlights various literary discussions and critiques. Topics range from the significance of trans…
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Does Xi Jinping Really Think China is Athens and the US is Sparta? And is Trump Getting Any of This?
Xi Jinping's recent comments to Donald Trump referenced the 'Thucydides Trap,' a theory suggesting that conflict…
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Is Alien Life Hiding in Plain Sight, Right Here in Our Solar System?
Saturn's moons, particularly Titan and Enceladus, have revealed surprising potential for supporting life. The Cassini…
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Villains Are Just More Interesting Than Heroes (and More F*ckable, If We’re Being Frank)
The article explores the fascination with villains in storytelling, particularly highlighting characters like Captain…
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What Should You Read Next? Here Are the Best Reviewed Books of the Week
This week's best reviewed books include Ali Smith's Glyph, Ayelet Waldman's A Perfect Hand, and Emily LaBarge's Dog…
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“I Hope to Die Laughing.” On Tom Drury’s The End of Vandalism
The article discusses the impact of Tom Drury's novel, The End of Vandalism, on the author's mental health during a…
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Manil Suri on Visualizing Your Book’s Narrative Structure
Manil Suri introduces a tool he created called a book x-ray, designed to help authors visualize the narrative…
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On Homecoming (and Leaving), Jakarta to New York
The author reflects on returning to Jakarta for Chinese New Year after a long absence. The familiarity of the city and…
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Reconsidering Mary McCarthy’s Iconic Friendship Novel The Group
Mary McCarthy's novel, The Group, explores the lives of eight college friends navigating adulthood in New York City.…
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America’s First War on Drugs Was Also a War on Jazz
Billie Holiday faced significant challenges during her career, particularly due to her struggles with addiction and…
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The Burning Side
A family's home caught fire one night, prompting a frantic escape. April managed to get her baby out, while her…
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Namwali Serpell and Tracy K. Smith Discuss Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye
Namwali Serpell and Tracy K. Smith recently discussed Toni Morrison's debut novel, The Bluest Eye, during an event in…
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Plastic, Prism, Void: Part One
The article features a humorous and absurd interaction between two characters, Phalene and Six, in a vegan diner.…
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Lit Hub Daily: May 20, 2026
Everyone’s talking about Salome right now, and Leslie Baird has some answers about why. | Lit Hub Politics How the…
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“Faithless and Foolish.” How a Young George Washintgon Failed Upward Into an Unpaid Internship
The article discusses George Washington's early military career and his experiences leading up to his involvement in…
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Our Hormones Make Us Who We Are
The article discusses the significant role hormones play in our lives and how they influence various bodily functions.…
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How This is Your Brain on Music Transformed Neuroscience
The publication of 'This Is Your Brain on Music' two decades ago significantly impacted the field of neuroscience by…
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