The Poem Must Forgive: E. J. Koh’s The Magical Language of Others
Empathy and forgiveness must begin with understanding.
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Bodies Are Not Metaphors: Talking with Brit Bennett
Brit Bennett discusses her second novel, THE VANISHING HALF.
This Huge, Colossal Joy: A Conversation with Molly McCully Brown and Susannah Nevison
Molly McCully Brown and Susannah Nevison discuss their work.
What to Read When You Want to Celebrate APIA Heritage Month
Rumpus editors share a list of new and forthcoming books to celebrate APIA Heritage Month!
Reality Is Absurd: Talking with Ted O’Connell
Ted O'Connell discusses his first book, K: A NOVEL.
The Rumpus Mini-Interview Project #219: Zak Ferguson
“[I]t is an itch that needs to be scratched. To test. To push. To prove to myself.”
How to Write about Nothing: Kate Zambreno’s Drifts
But the evasion is purposeful, and the purpose is to marvelous effect.
Who Has the Most to Lose?: A Conversation with Julian K. Jarboe
Julian K. Jarboe discusses EVERYONE ON THE MOON IS ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL.
The Rumpus Poetry Book Club Chat with Ariel Francisco
Ariel Francisco discusses his new poetry collection, A SINKING SHIP IS STILL A SHIP.
Moments of Reawakening: Talking with Cathy Park Hong
Cathy Park Hong discusses MINOR FEELINGS: AN ASIAN AMERICAN RECKONING.
What to Read When You Just Want to Laugh
Mia Mercado shares a reading list to celebrate WEIRD BUT NORMAL.
A Tightrope Act: Frozen Charlotte by Susan de Sola
It’s de Sola’s genuineness in portraying this tightrope act that is Frozen Charlotte’s chief virtue.