The constantly-updated election day post has become something of a tradition here, but today, rather than driving away RSS subscribers, I’ll be hanging out at Twitter, obsessing over news of irregularities in swing states, and waiting for the polls to close so that the votes can be counted. The lines are long almost everywhere, so please don’t put off voting. . . .
Keith Lee Morris’ visit to his hometown conjures memories of his workshop with Marilynne Robinson, who also grew up there. (Via.)
Amara Lakhous’ excellent Clash of Civilizations Over an Elevator in Piazza Vittorio is this month’s Words Without Borders Book Club pick, and I’m leading the discussion. If you order the book now, you’ll be at less of a loss for something to do once the ballots have been counted, the colors on the map are filled in, and the liquor . . .
The Smart Set is a weekly feature, compiled and posted by Lauren Cerand, that usually appears Mondays at 12:30 pm, and highlights the best of the week to come. Special favor is given to New York’s independent booksellers and venues, and low-cost and free events. Please send details to Ms. Cerand at lauren [at] maudnewton.com by the Thursday prior to . . .
Despite the tough publishing climate, Graywolf Press’ art before profit philosophy has given rise to both.