Written Reviews

George Saunders: “The Mom of Bold Action”

August 23, 2021

This week’s New Yorker fiction is George Saunders’ “The Mom of Bold Action.”

Barbara Pym: Excellent Women

August 19, 2021

I’ve always known I should read something by Barbara Pym. I felt she’d be a favorite. Now, having read her second novel, Excellent Women, I’m thrilled to say that somehow I was right!

The Criterion Collection Announces November 2021 Releases

August 16, 2021

The Criterion Collection has announced what they’ll be releasing in November 2021, and it’s big!

Emma Cline: “The Iceman”

August 16, 2021

This week’s New Yorker fiction is Emma Cline’s “The Iceman.”

The Short Story — Episode 2 (and 3!)

August 12, 2021

Shooting for regular schedule — every two weeks on Thursday — here is The Short Story, Episode 2 of The Mookse and the Gripes Podcast! There’s also a bonus Episode 3, so don’t miss it!

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