Emily Gould talked with New York and Electric Literature.

Sean H. Doyle has a recap of Popsickle Five.

Flavorwire has selected the best nonfiction books of the year so far.

The Dissolve delves into Roger Ebert’s least-read reviews.

Paul Ford imagines the effects of global warming on New York City.

Some excellent news from the fine people at Guernica.

John Domini made a Book Notes playlist for his new essay collection.

Thoughts on the Aleppo Codex at Tablet.

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