Elliot Ackerman in Conversation with Phil Klay

The two authors' free virtual talk happens Tues., June 9, at 7 p.m. (EST)!

Romance Roundup: June 2020

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

A Largely Teutonic Tale

Two recent works examine the roots of the E.U. conundrum.

Authors on Audio: A Conversation with Scott Phillips

An occasional series in which writers speak for themselves.

7 Most-Favorable Reviews in May 2020

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

An Interview with Domnica Radulescu

The celebrated Romanian novelist and playwright discusses the fiction of protest, experimental theater, and her invincible, positive outlook.

TGIF LIVE! with Casey Cep and Eugene L. Meyer

Log in to the discussion this Fri., June 5th, at 5:30PM!

5 Most Popular Posts: May 2020

We here at the Independent love every piece we run. There are no winners or losers. Seriously, though, here are May’s winners.