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Humanity’s Strangest Language: On the Joys of Translating Math

Humanity’s Strangest Language: On the Joys of Translating Math

Ben Orlin Considers New Ways to Think About—and Have Fun With—Numbers, Variables and Equations

By Ben Orlin | September 5, 2024

Spammy political fundraising texts from fictional characters.

Spammy political fundraising texts from fictional characters.

By James Folta | September 4, 2024

Seven literary(ish) Substacks you should subscribe to, stat.

Seven literary(ish) Substacks you should subscribe to, stat.

By Brittany Allen | August 30, 2024

The pros and cons of dating a writer.

The pros and cons of dating a writer.

By James Folta | August 21, 2024

Putting the “Fun

Putting the “Fun" in “Funeral.” Or, Why Death Shouldn’t Always Be So Sad

Spencer Henry and Madison Reyes Explore Festive Mourning Practices Across Eras and Cultures

By Spencer Henry and Madison Reyes | August 20, 2024

Good media news! The Onion is back in print.

Good media news! The Onion is back in print.

By James Folta | August 16, 2024

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The first lines of 10 classic novels, updated for the hottest days of summer.

By James Folta | August 14, 2024

When should you admit you hate a book? (A flowchart)

By James Folta | August 7, 2024

What to read next, based on the texts you’re sending about the Olympics.

By James Folta | August 1, 2024

Where are they now? Catching up with your favorite children's book protagonists.

Where are they now? Catching up with your favorite children's book protagonists.

By Brittany Allen | July 29, 2024

Cool merch for classic novels.

Cool merch for classic novels.

By James Folta | July 24, 2024

How to pick the perfect book to read on a plane.

How to pick the perfect book to read on a plane.

By James Folta | July 11, 2024

So long, #SmutWeek. Time to celebrate pious fiction with #NunDay.

So long, #SmutWeek. Time to celebrate pious fiction with #NunDay.

By Brittany Allen | July 8, 2024

Is it the summer of the brat?

Is it the summer of the brat?

By Brittany Allen | July 1, 2024

Helen Fielding on <em>Bridget Jones</em> and the Subtle Art of Diary Keeping

Helen Fielding on Bridget Jones and the Subtle Art of Diary Keeping

Considering the Place of the Confessional Narrative in the Literary Landscape on the Book's 25th Anniversary

By Helen Fielding | June 26, 2024

A definitive ranking of Brat Pack movies.

A definitive ranking of Brat Pack movies.

In honor of Andrew McCarthy's documentary.

By Brittany Allen | June 18, 2024

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