Sympathy for the Unpublished Young White Male Author
Are people allowed to observe that the literary world is deliberately sidelining a certain demographic of writer — and to do something about it?
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Michael Washburn
A Faulty Attempt to Interrogate Roald Dahl on Stage
A new play explores the enduring fascination for a complex, deeply troubled writer — and comes up short.
Salman Rushdie Strikes Again
In his new essay collection ‘Languages of Truth,” Salman Rushdie offers studied insults and takes few risks.
The Moviegoer at 60
Walker Percy’s novel speaks to our current COVID crisis, social isolation, and a beleaguered industry.
Standing Up for Canada’s Most Vulnerable
Montreal writer John Buell’s haunting novels foreshadowed current furors.
After Harvey Weinstein, Will We See a Culture Change?
Sexual assault and rape have figured in many literary tragedies over the years.