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Posts Tagged: Tayari Jones
Notable Online: 4/18–4/24
Literary events taking place virtually this week!
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This Week in Indie Bookstores
Indie bookstore news from across the country and around the world!
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This Week in Essays
A weekly roundup of essays we’re reading online!
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What to Read When You Want to Raise Your Voice in Revolution
Reema Zaman shares a list of books to celebrate her forthcoming debut memoir, I AM YOURS.
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Notable Portland: 1/17–1/23
Literary events in and around Portland this week!
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A Year in Rumpus Book Reviews
A look back at the books we’ve reviewed in 2018!
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This Week in Essays
A weekly roundup of essays we’re reading online!
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Notable NYC: 9/29–10/5
Literary events in and around NYC this week!
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Notable Twin Cities: 7/15–7/21
Literary events in and around the Twin Cities this week!
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Notable Portland: 7/12–7/18
Literary events in and around Portland this week!
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Notable Twin Cities: 6/17–6/23
Literary events in and around the Twin Cities this week!
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Notable NYC: 5/19–5/25
Literary events and readings in and around New York City this week!
...moreNotable Los Angeles: 4/23–4/29
Literary events and readings in and around L.A. this week!
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Next Letter in the Mail: Don Lee
Our next Letter in the Mail comes from award-winning author Don Lee!
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What to Read When You Want to Celebrate Black History
Rumpus editors share for their favorite writing that speaks to black history, past and present.
...moreNext Letter in the Mail: Danniel Schoonebeek
Our next Letter in the Mail comes from Danniel Schoonebeek!
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What to Read When You’re Feeling like a Criminal
Rumpus editors share their favorite fiction, poetry, and nonfiction books that deal with crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system.
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Everyfolks: An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
At the end of the day, Celestial, Roy, and Andre are three flawed human beings trying to navigate their way through life and love and everything in between, just like many of us.
...moreGet Your Signed Copy of Tayari Jones’s An American Marriage Today!
Now through 2/28, get a signed copy of AN AMERICAN MARRIAGE by Tayari Jones!
...moreNext Letter in the Mail: Tayari Jones (and Signed Book Giveaway!)
Bestselling author Tayari Jones sends our next Letter in the Mail, plus a signed book giveaway!
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What to Read When 2018 Is Just Around the Corner
While we can’t promise that 2018 won’t find us facing more political upheaval, we can assure you that there will be great literature to offer moments of escape and inspiration.
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What to Read When You Want to Write Like a Mother
A list of books that wrangle, directly or indirectly, with motherhood and all that comes with it (or its absence).
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VISIBLE: Women Writers of Color: Cole Lavalais
Cole Lavalais discusses her debut novel, Summer of the Cicadas, why she’s a huge fan of outlining, and the importance of dedicated communities for black writers.
...moreHey, We Do This Too
We’re not the only ones out there curious to know where and writers write and why. This week the Chicago Tribune spoke to bestselling and award winning authors to get the lowdown on the digs most conducive to consistent, contended writing. There are procrastination tidbits and the list is split between typing and good ol’ […]
...moreHORN! REVIEWS: Silver Sparrow
Another wonderful illustrated review from HORN!
...morePoetic Lives Online: Links by Brian Spears
Just a reminder that we here at The Rumpus are posting a poem a day for National Poetry Month, so enjoy some never before published work by some up-and-coming poets. Another practice that’s grown out of National Poetry Month is the proliferation of poem-a-day challenges for poets. Reb Livingston is keeping track of a number […]
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