Ben Purkert on the Art of Writing Unlikable Characters

Ben Purkert on the Art of Writing Unlikable Characters

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By Memoir Nation | July 24, 2023

Evan Thomas on the End of World War II

Evan Thomas on the End of World War II

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By Keen On | July 24, 2023

Paula Hawkins on Creating a Strong Story Structure

Paula Hawkins on Creating a Strong Story Structure

“Give yourself space for surprises.”

By Paula Hawkins | July 21, 2023

The Unique Challenges of Translating <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em> Into English

The Unique Challenges of Translating The Brothers Karamazov Into English

Michael R. Katz on Creating the First New Translation of Dostoevsky’s Novel in Two Decades

By Michael R. Katz | July 21, 2023

How to Adapt Stephen King: A Conversation with the Duo Behind <em>The Boogeyman</em>

How to Adapt Stephen King: A Conversation with the Duo Behind The Boogeyman

Jonathan Russell Clark Chats with Screenwriters Scott Beck and Bryan Woods

By Jonathan Russell Clark | July 21, 2023

The World’s Garbage Can: On the Human Consequences of Mass Export of Waste

The World’s Garbage Can: On the Human Consequences of Mass Export of Waste

Oliver Franklin-Wallis Explores the Outsourcing of Trash

By Oliver Franklin-Wallis | July 21, 2023

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Time Out of Mind: On the Ahistorical Cinematic Adaptation

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S.C. Gwynne on the Life and Death of the World’s Largest Flying Machine

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Samuel G. Freedman on Hubert Humphrey’s Dedication to Civil Rights

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Christian Madsbjerg on How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World

Christian Madsbjerg on How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World

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What John Milton’s Heaven Has to Offer the Soul—According to Ken Jennings

What John Milton’s Heaven Has to Offer the Soul—According to Ken Jennings

The Former Jeopardy Champion Has Some Thoughts on Literary After Death Destinations

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Art For Everybody: Ann Magnuson on Her Friend, Keith Haring

Art For Everybody: Ann Magnuson on Her Friend, Keith Haring

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