Stretching the Table

The everyday politics of “there is enough room.”

A Patriotic Pick: May 2020

Enjoy this Grateful American™ reading recommendation!

Soothing Stories

Favorite childhood tales feel like long-lost friends right now.

Community Spread

Sticking together while staying apart.

Authors on Audio: A Conversation with Alexander Weinstein

An occasional series in which writers speak for themselves.

7 Most-Favorable Reviews in April 2020

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

It’s #GivingTuesdayNow

Show your favorite bookish nonprofit some love!

5 Most Popular Posts: April 2020

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