An Interview with Dale Bailey

Monsters, both literal and of the human variety, are explored in the author’s elegant, literary horror fiction.

Accepting and Giving Critiques

Part 3 of a scintillating four-part series…

An Interview with Wanjiku wa Ngugi

The author talks about her debut novel, social responsibility, and the state of African literature.

The Fault in Their Stars

The positives — and perils — of book-ranking systems

Biographers to Descend on DC

A must-attend annual conference comes to the District in June.

Cookbook Roundup: May 2015

A look at what’s simmerin’ on the shelves this month.

Helping Hands

Two mentors who have inspired me

An Interview with Philip Kerr

The creator of fictional gumshoe Bernie Gunther talks about his latest novel, ad agencies, and how to write a book at the office.