Harper and the Machine
Reflections on the publication of Harper Lee's Go Set a Watchman and the controversy surrounding this early draft of a classic novel.
Reflections on the publication of Harper Lee's Go Set a Watchman and the controversy surrounding this early draft of a classic novel.
Author Madeline Dyer explores the appeal of dystopian YA novels and how using current events helps to create a successful dystopia.
The removal of the Confederate flag from the Capitol grounds in South Carolina and an open letter to Jet Blue underscore the power of activism.
A roundup of our five favorite ice cream purveyors in the East Village, Lower East Side, and NoLita.
New and cool shopping destinations in Lisbon, both neighborhoods and stores, including one of my favorite independent bookstores.
Some of the highlights, with photos, of our long-delayed trip to Evora. where we saw centuries of historic buildings.
A visit to the university town of Coimbra, the location of Portugal's leading university and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Last Thursday was my official book launch party for Surviving Santiago at the Lower East Side bookstore Bluestockings, ranked one of the top destinations in the Not For Tourists Illustrated Guide to New York City.
An afternoon at a bullfight in the town of Vila Franca de Xira and thoughts on the role of bullfighting in that community.
Reviews of innovative, traditional, and specialized Lisbon restaurants, along with dessert places including an unexpected reunion.