Touchstone to Close, Ada Limón on Poetry and Process, and More
Creator of Shitty Media Men List signs book deal; Stephen King options short story for $1; John Wray on his forthcoming novel; and other news.
Genre: Poetry
American Ghost Stories, Iceland’s Book Flood, and More
Lacy M. Johnson on sexual assault and justice; New York Times profiles Eve L. Ewing; a European preference for historical fiction; and other news.
Objectified
“I always feel that I’ve seen a thing after I’ve described it….when I’ve written a thorough physical description of something, then I feel like I’ve seen it and I’ll remember it,” says Barbara Kingsolver in “A Talk in the Woods,” her conversation with Richard Powers in the November/December issue of Poets & Writers Magazine. Choose an object that you have never really given much thought to, but that you see frequently in your home or on your commute, perhaps a houseplant or a mailbox or a street sign. Spend some time intensely observing it, and then jot down a thorough physical description. Afterwards, write a poem about the object. How did your perception of it change, in your mind’s eye, after going through the exercise of articulating it in language?
Random House and Crown Merge, Dunham’s Lenny Letter Shuts Down, and More
The founder of Little Free Library has died; Mohammed Hanif on writing politically in Pakistan; eleven San Francisco bookstores receive grants; and other news.
Passages Bookshop
Passages Bookshop specializes in unusual, fine, and rare books and graphic art, focusing on poetry, modern art and literature, fine printing and artist’s books, and related materials. They host readings, book launches, music, and receptions for artists.
Newmark Theatre
The Newmark Theatre, located in Antoinette Hatfield Hall at the Portland’5 Centers for the Arts, is an 880-seat theater that hosts theater productions, concerts, author readings and talks, literary events, lectures and discussions, and other events throughout the year.
Mother Foucault’s Bookshop
Mother Foucault’s Bookshop is a serious book lover’s haven with a curated collection of literature, philosophy, literary criticism, foreign language books, and more. They regularly host literary events such as readings, talks, panels, and performances.
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Lan Su Chinese Garden is a nonprofit botanical garden that frequently hosts a variety of workshops, classes, lectures and readings, performances, and exhibits. During the year, members and visitors alike have the opportunity to experience a variety of activities, including Tea & Poetry, which enhance visitors’ understanding of Chinese culture and provide opportunities to learn and play. All activities, unless otherwise noted, are free with membership or admission.
T. S. Eliot Prize Shortlist, Forgotten Sexton Poems, and More
Jennifer Egan explains PEN America’s decision to sue Trump; Kathleen Kent on her historical ties to the Salem Witch Trials; Icelandic crime writers launch debut author award; and other news.
Independent Publishing Resource Center
The Independent Publishing Resource Center’s mission is to facilitate creative expression, identity, and community by providing individual access to tools and resources for creating independently published media and artwork. Since its inception in 1998 the center has been dedicated to encouraging the growth of a visual and literary publishing community by offering a space to gather and exchange information and ideas, as well as to produce work. The IPRC regularly holds workshops, classes, talks, readings, performances, presentations, and book release events.
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