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A boy at a boarding school must decide whether to hit a zombie teacher with a cricket bat while grappling with the weight of his weapon.
Chigozie Obioma reads from his acclaimed novel 'The Fishermen,' exploring themes of fate, brotherly love, and the impact of prophecy on four brothers' lives.
American writer Chris Kraus critiques the apolitical art scene and explores the complexities of womanhood and consumerism in contemporary society.
Colm Tóibín reads a humorous passage from 'Nora Webster', highlighting the protagonist's struggle with grief and societal expectations in a conservative Irish town.
Cressida Cowell reads about Hiccup's adventures on Angry Mountain with dragons.
German writer Daniel Kehlmann reflects on chance, the creative process, and the complexities of German history in this insightful interview.
In 1989, David Remnick discovered a series in The New Yorker called 'The Great Plains,' which reshaped his understanding of American writing.
American bestselling author David Vann explores how landscapes shape characters and narratives, reflecting on his own past and the transformative power of literature.
Catherine Shoard, Peter Bradshaw, and Henry Barnes review The Lorax on the Guardian Film Show.
A shell struck Edward Thomas on April 9, 1917, during the Battle of Arras, ending his life without a mark on his body.
Eddie S. Glaude Jr. discusses the relevance of James Baldwin's work to contemporary issues of race, capitalism, and societal change in America.
Erica Jong challenges societal norms around aging and female sexuality, sharing insights from her novel 'Fear of Dying' and celebrating life at sixty.
Neige Sinno, a French writer and survivor of child sexual abuse, explores the complexities of her traumatic past in her award-winning novel Sad Tiger.
Frída Ísberg emphasizes the vital role of literature in political discourse, urging writers to engage with societal issues and challenge binary thinking.
Jamaica Kincaid explores the complex relationship between gardening, colonialism, and the act of naming, reflecting on how these themes shape her identity and writing.
Gary Steinhardt reflects on his childhood obsessions with maps and model airplanes.
Rebecca Meade interviews Jeff Jaya about his works and D.H. Lawrence at The New Yorker festival.
An audience of over 100 attendees listens as George Saunders discusses his motivations for writing at The New Yorker Festival in 2013.
George Saunders published his first book at age 37 after years of balancing various jobs and family responsibilities.
Günter Grass reflects on his life as a German writer shaped by the Third Reich, emphasizing the inseparable link between language, literature, and politics.
Hans Christian Andersen's quarantine diary, read by Harald Voetmann, reflects the fairytale writer's struggles during the 2020 pandemic in Copenhagen.
The author looks forward to this year's Hay festival to discuss The Little Stranger.
Henrik Nordbrandt, a prominent Scandinavian poet, reflects on his childhood, existential themes, and the profound influence of Mediterranean culture on his work.
Jackie Kennedy's wigs blow down 42nd Street as Edie Falco and John Guare discuss the themes and techniques of Guare's play, The House of Blue Leaves.
Hiromi Itō, a pivotal figure in Japan's literary scene, candidly explores the intersections of death, sexuality, and personal experience in her provocative writing.
Hisham Matar and David Vann discuss the intricacies of writing and identity at the Louisiana Literature festival, reflecting on their personal journeys and influences.
Swedish author Alex Schulman shares how writing from personal truth has shaped his literary career and helped him navigate his complex relationship with his mother.
The Higgs boson, proposed in 1964, was discovered in 2012 at CERN's Large Hadron Collider after nearly 50 years of research.
Ian McEwan shares insights on writing, creativity, and the influence of Updike and Roth.
Ian McEwan reads excerpts from his novel 'Sweet Tooth', exploring themes of love, deception, and the complexities of the literary world.
Norwegian author Jan Kjærstad emphasizes the importance of doubt in writing, the role of literature in society, and the blending of genres in his creative process.
Jason Reynolds, a New York Times bestselling author and 2024 MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, discusses his life experiences and the impact of storytelling on young readers.
Reynolds imagines the moment of freedom, questioning if people cried out for lost loved ones and if they danced and sang jubilee songs.
Jasper Fforde reveals that his new book features a world where high-level creatures mistaken for swans are actually drones.
Jean M Auel discusses her research into prehistory and the creative process behind her Earth's Children series, focusing on the significance of the Painted Caves.
Jeffrey Eugenides discusses The Marriage Plot and its themes of love and identity.
Jeffrey Eugenides humorously reads a passage from his novel, highlighting the complexities of love and mental health among college seniors in the early 80s.
Deborah Treisman hosts a discussion at the 2011 New Yorker Festival with authors Jeffrey Eugenides, Nicole Krauss, and Jhumpa Lahiri about the craft of writing.
Jenny Offill and Chris Kraus engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of humor, feminism, and the complexities of art in literature.
Jill Lepore discusses Charlie Chan's origins and cultural impact in The New Yorker.
J.K. Rowling reveals that her latest adult novel, The Casual Vacancy, is set to be released on 27 September during a candid interview.
Jodi Picoult discusses her novel Leaving Time, sharing insights from her personal experiences and her trip to Botswana, highlighting the elephant conservation crisis.
John Giorno, a pivotal figure in contemporary performance poetry, reflects on the transformative power of poetry and its evolution during his influential career.
John Grisham discusses his journey and ongoing passion for writing legal thrillers.
A 20th-century academic arrives at a house with a briefcase containing letters from the 19th century in a discussion about the play Arcadia.
Jonathan Franzen and Clay Shirky discuss literature and technology with Henry Finder at the festival.
Attendees at the New Yorker Festival traveled from as far as Australia and New Zealand to hear Jonathan Franzen discuss his writing process.
Jonathan Safran Foer discusses his innovative book Tree of Codes, a sculptural novel created by carving out words from Bruno Schulz's The Street of Crocodiles.
