In our weekend reading: talking books with Xochitl Gonzalez, revisiting the work of Todd Grimson, and more.
Weekend Bites: Xochitl Gonzalez on Books, Nick Antosca on Todd Grimson, Jess Hagemann’s Latest, and More
Morning Bites: Jordy Rosenberg on Writing, Revisiting Norman Mailer, Brad Neely’s Comics, and More
In our morning reading: an interview with Jordy Rosenberg, thoughts on Brad Neely’s comics, and more.
Chris Kelso on “Possession” as Muse
I’ve known Chris Kelso for a while now, and we’ve discussed everything from horror fiction to the ups and downs of the Scottish Premier League. This time out, our conversation was about the evergreen topics of books and movies: specifically, Kelso’s book about the film Possession and its lingering effects on him.
Recommended Books: February 2026
Is it still snowy outside your door? Despite slightly non-polar weather the last few days, the snowdrifts remain high and the puddles are murky. Also, we have some literary recommendations for you this month: a wide range of books, from a deep dive into a Nobel laureate’s work to an unexpected work of autofiction.
Morning Bites: Ursula K. Le Guin’s Fiction, Black Eyes Return, Chris Kelso’s “Possession” Book, and More
In our morning reading: revisiting books by Ursula K. Le Guin and Blake Butler, a new Black Eyes album, and more.
Morning Bites: Lyra Pramuk Interviewed, Carlos Lozada on Historical Fiction, Thomas Kendall on Writing, and More
In our morning reading: interviews with Lyra Pramuk and Thomas Kendall, a reading from Jayson Greene, and more.
Weekend Bites: Shabaka’s Latest, “Reading Rainbow” Playlist, Caroline Leavitt’s Playlist, and More
In our weekend reading: thoughts on Shabaka’s new album, a playlist from Caroline Leavitt, and more.
Morning Bites: Chris Kelso’s Fiction, Lance Olsen on Form, Julie Doucet’s Latest, and More
In our morning reading: exploring Chris Kelso’s fiction, new music from Soulside, and more.