Psycho Dwarf
British parents are eschewing traditional fairy tales because of their “un-PC” and “frightening” tone. With Hannah Montana and the cast
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The Book of Kings
The Shahnama, a Persian literary masterpiece, tells the story of Greater Iran from the creation of the world until the Islamic conquest of Iran in the 7th century. Princeton University…
The Shorty Q&A With Chandra Moskowitz
Isa Chandra Moskowitz is the New York bred, do-it-yourself author of Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World, and Veganomicon. She translated her discontent with the lack of vegan cooking shows…
To Preserve One Life
A Review of Writing in the Dark, by David Grossman BY BRIAN SCHWARTZ In the Hebrew language, I am sure, there are several different ways to say “enemy.” I have…
The Suicide Kings Slay ‘Em
It’s awesome when a competitive poetry event elevates itself to what the art can be. If you’ve ever had the privilege of seeing Jamie DeWolf, Geoff Trenchard, or Rupert Estanislao…
Counter-Revolutionary Road
An economy + link by Josh Bearman There is much to say about Revolutionary Road. I’m talking about the film, which I can’t stop thinking about. There is also much…
Berlin in Pictures
Jason Lutes has completed two of the planned three volumes of his graphic novel series, Berlin, which takes place at the end of the Weimar Republic.
Just What the Literary World Was Waiting For!
After months of speculation, and a piece in The New Yorker‘s “Talk of the Town,” it’s official:
A Challenge to Publishers: Just Say No to Gonzo
We’d like to introduce you to The Blurb, the Rumpus Books blog. Check this space for frequent posts about the state of our writing culture, our literary community, and the…
Reading in the New Year
Rumpus Books asked dozens of writers what they’ll be reading on New Year’s Day, 2009. Here’s what they said:
A Rabid Fan of the Novel Revolutionary Road Compares It to the Film
It has come to my attention that you keep adapting my favorite novels [see Atonement, Revolutionary Road, et. al.], and turning them into mediocre movies. Cease and desist! Get your own ideas!