The venerable literary magazine Granta invited me to contribute to a feature about the Web Habits of Highly Effective People. I agreed, and secretly braced for the punchline. My comments are up at the site now — although I probably should’ve confessed my iPhone addiction* — alongside revelations and tips from: Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger (who gives a shout-out to . . .
Some will miss the magnifying glasses and onion skin, but soon the O.E.D. will exist only electronically.
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 . . .
Your vote will help determine the Best of the Booker winner as the Man Booker Prize gears up to celebrate its 40th year. (But see.)
Marilynne Robinson examines the amnesia of some historically progressive U.S. universities — and Americans generally. (In full here.)