Authors on Audio: A Conversation with Jeffrey H. Jackson

An occasional series in which writers speak for themselves.

7 Most-Favorable Reviews in December 2020

We came, we read, we gushed. Here’s a recap of the titles that left us especially warm and swoony last month.

Big Freedia in Conversation with Blair Imani

The author of God Save the Queen Diva speaks virtually on Thurs., Jan. 7th, at 6 p.m. (EST)!

5 Most Popular Posts: December 2020

We here at the Independent love every piece we run. There are no winners or losers. But all kidding aside, here are December’s winners.

Readerly Riches

The worst year ever allowed this bookworm to achieve a personal best.

10 Reading Resolutions for the New Year (Redux)

We were so innocent as we looked ahead to 2020! Still, at least some of last year's goals apply to 2021, even if they'll require masks and hand sanitizer this time around...

Romance Roundup: January 2021

A look at what’s steaming up the shelves this month.

A Literary Lion?

Rethinking the legacy of Edward Thomas.