Foster the People

Why writers need to cultivate a community

Meet Chris Daly

The author of Covering America comes to DC on Wed., May 9th, at 6:30PM.

An Interview with Alice Feeney

The debut novelist talks journalism, tight plotting, and the allure of unreliable narrators.

Turning the Page

Grace in Darkness begins a new chapter.

Writers for Hope

A survivor organizes writers and words to overcome sexual assault.

Meet Rachel Kushner

The author of The Mars Room comes to DC on Mon., May 7th, at 7PM.

5 Most Popular Posts: April 2018

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

Romance Roundup: May 2018

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