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writing about literature

Celebrating children's books—no offspring required.

Writing about the role of fantasy, art, and dreams in the personal & political.

Profiles of once-forgotten women from history, written by Julia Carpenter.

Investigating why we’re sick of everyone apologizing all the time—and how the collapse of the public apology leaves little room for forgiveness and grace in our politics and culture. A continuation of the McSweeney's 2023 column contest grandprize winner!