Bell-ends, Pillocks, Numpties, and Sh*tgibbons: Why the Brits Swear Better

Bell-ends, Pillocks, Numpties, and Sh*tgibbons: Why the Brits Swear Better

Ben Yagoda Looks at Some Naughty British Words That Have Entered the American Lexicon

By Ben Yagoda | September 30, 2024

I made Nicholas Sparks’ Splenda-packed chicken salad.

I made Nicholas Sparks’ Splenda-packed chicken salad.

By James Folta | September 26, 2024

Earth is about to get a second moon... but what will it mean for the lit world?

Earth is about to get a second moon... but what will it mean for the lit world?

By James Folta | September 23, 2024

WTF is Steve reading on <em> Sex and the City</em>?

WTF is Steve reading on Sex and the City?

A character theory in four texts.

By Brittany Allen | September 23, 2024

Meet the writer who added “lol” to the end of every sentence of <em>In Search of Lost Time.</em>

Meet the writer who added “lol” to the end of every sentence of In Search of Lost Time.

By James Folta | September 17, 2024

What to do about that embarrassing Deathly Hallows tattoo.

What to do about that embarrassing Deathly Hallows tattoo.

By Brittany Allen | September 12, 2024

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Spammy political fundraising texts from fictional characters.

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The pros and cons of dating a writer.

The pros and cons of dating a writer.

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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

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Good media news! The Onion is back in print.

Good media news! The Onion is back in print.

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

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)

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.

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

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