literary criticism

In this continuing series, a book reviewer discusses the art of literary criticism—from the value of negative reviews to critics he admires.

An author and book reviewer discusses both sides of the writer-critic divide.

How important is it for characters to be likeable? A look at a controversial question, and how literature’s darker actors can pose useful lessons about both the craft of writing and ourselves. 

In celebration of ten years, sixty-five million users, and sixty-nine million book reviews, a history of Goodreads—from its beginnings as a tool for readers to its growth into an important platform for book promotion.

Laura Miller discusses how she chooses books, the effect of the Internet on literary criticism, and her belief that reading is as profoundly creative as writing.