Libby Chamberlain, the founder of the “secret” Facebook group formed for supporters of Hillary Clinton has landed a deal with Flatiron Books. Chamberlain has faced criticism from some members…
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The NEA, Library Donations, Shondaland & More! Your Weekly Lit News Roundup by Laurel Dowswell & Emily Ramser
The National Endowment for the Arts has released the selections for the fiscal year 2017 grants and fellowships, including 37 poets, a number of presses, and several literary magazines too, including Copper Canyon Press and Electric Literature.
NPR, Patti Sings for Dylan, Tech News & More! Your Weekly Lit News Roundup
On December 6th, National Public Radio released its annual guide from staff and critics. This app gives you a wide range of filters to help you move through more than 300 titles, and includes detailed recommendations, links on where to buy the books — including indie bookstore and library links.
Chimamanda, TEDEd, Arts Writers & More! Your Weekly Lit News Roundup by Laurel Dowswell
Novelist and grand inspiration/motivation Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie gave the world a cultural commentary that we so desperately need right now in this article published by The New Yorker on December 2nd.
Poetry Online, NaNoWriMo, & Publishing Walkouts: Your Weekly News Roundup! By Emily Ramser
Young female poets are using the internet — specifically Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram, in new ways to spread poetry. These poets utilize social media to reach new readers in an unprecedented manner.
Awards, Censorship & More! Your Weekly Lit News Roundup by Laurel Dowswell
Congratulations to all the authors! Watch civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis accept the award in a very moving speech here:
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