New literary journal struggles to find footing By Hannah Smothers - Updated on October 2, 2012 at 11:09 pm The metaphorical tug-of-war between print literature enthusiasts and tech-savvy e-reader junkies is an especially concerning issue for Daniel Mejia, the founder and editor-in-chief of Foxing Quarterly
J.K. Rowling's new novel drafts complex cast of characters By Bobby Blanchard - Updated on October 1, 2012 at 11:10 pm J.K. Rowling is still J.K. Rowling.
Swamplandia! By Faith Ann Ruszkowski - Updated on September 26, 2012 at 11:33 pm The question and answer session for Karen Russell's critically acclaimed novel is open to all, alligator wrestlers and non-alligator wrestlers alike.
Break-up book breaks hearts, details nine failed love stories By Kelsey McKinney - Updated on September 24, 2012 at 11:14 am Book builds itself around the poor choices and relationships of a flawed protagonist, a recognizable figure to readers of Díaz's work.
Veteran creates character from war experience By Henry Clayton Wickham - Updated on September 17, 2012 at 10:55 pm “The Yellow Birds” is a story of friendship as well as a harrowing portrait of war as a psychological experience.
Baby's in Black won't leave readers blue By Robert Starr - Updated on May 2, 2012 at 11:34 pm "Baby's in Black" uses the early years of The Beatles as backdrop for a true-life love story.
Deceased author's political critiques republished By Robert Starr - Updated on April 22, 2012 at 10:56 pm Reading Hitchens is always inspiring, and in the context of these posthumous re-releases, somewhat bittersweet as well.
Q-and-A with Lauren Conrad on recent book, beauty blog By Anjli Mehta - Updated on April 19, 2012 at 11:35 pm Conrad sat down with The Daily Texan to discuss "The Fame Game," a spin-off from her first trilogy.
Creativity stems from multiple sources, gotten through work By Henry Clayton Wickham - Updated on April 15, 2012 at 11:30 pm Jonah Lehrer argues that trying to force an insight can actually prevent good, creative ideas.
Mystery novel takes risks, held back by overused characters By Robert Starr - Updated on April 9, 2012 at 12:18 am Author's attention to realistic explanations lost on readers; imagination and guts more important.
