Ayelet Waldman shared insights on how quilting has influenced her approach to writing.
The discussion appeared on Literary Hub. Waldman explored parallels between quilting techniques and the creative writing process. The piece was published on May 19, 2026.
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Literary Hub has published a series of 13 reviews highlighting books by trans and queer authors that received no coverage in the New York Times Book Review from 2013 to 2022. The project, titled 'What Was Lost: A Queer Accounting of the NY Times Book Review, 2013-2022,' responds to the editorial tenure of Pamela Paul, who led the section during that period and later wrote an anti-trans essay. Organized by Sandy E. Allen and Maris Kreizman, the initiative aims to address gaps in literary criticism and foster discussion on representation.
In a reflective piece published on Literary Hub, a narrative medicine educator and speculative fiction author grapples with the challenges of continuing to write amid violence against artists and healers in America. Drawing on historical and literary figures, the essay emphasizes the role of storytelling in healing and resistance. It invokes Toni Morrison's words to argue that artists must work precisely during times of fear and uncertainty.
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A new excerpt highlights personal reflections on creativity and storytelling through everyday items.
New York Times bestselling author Megha Majumdar visited Rollins College to share insights on her latest novel, "A Guardian and a Thief." During a talk on February 19, she emphasized the importance of embracing failure in writing. The event highlighted themes from her book and her creative process.
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A new feature on Literary Hub poses seven questions to five authors.
Writers from the Hawkesbury region in Australia are being urged to submit entries for the 2026 CRAFT Award for Excellence, hosted by the US-based literary journal CRAFT. The competition offers cash prizes and publication opportunities for unpublished prose in four categories. Submissions are open until April 12, 2026.
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Earth911 has shared an inspirational piece drawing from Henry David Thoreau's Walden, emphasizing the fleeting nature of time and the beauty of the natural world. The post encourages readers to seek solace in nature amid life's brevity. It invites contributions to promote planetary awareness daily.