All the books I read in July 2026

Reflecting on the Swell Season after the passing of Glen Hansard

All the books I read (well, listened to) in June 2026

...until you accidentally trick yourself into loving them.

...cleared my skin, solved world hunger, and built tons of muscle!

Reflecting on my time at the Yale Writers' Workshop, one year later. Including an eyebrow-raising presentation by *that* disreputable literary agent...

An interview with choreographer Zantino Bustos about using the body to tell a story, as in his latest short film, "Bookworm."

Returning to a reflection on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel upon the finale of Outlander

To take your vitamins.

Listen to these podcasts if you want to be inside my head.

Four eyes are better than one.

This is a travelogue. This is about friendship. This is about searching for cultural connection.

Two years ago this week, I sent an email out to the writers in my life that said, “I am thinking of putting together a somewhat structured, small writers group for accountability and maybe teamwork on...

Writing about how to prioritize the writing life when it all feels on spec. Click to read Kat Ex Machina, by Kat Spada, a Substack publication. Launched 2 months ago.

One bookseller's experiences building a community space where all are welcome, the criteria every book in her store has to meet, and the importance of being tough—especially in the face of bigotry.