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:: In review: Divisadero

In which we offer an extended (re)consideration of Michael Ondaatje’s first novel in seven years, in the process evolving a theory explaining the relationship between a reader and those authors he considers to be “particular favorites.”

:: The Maytrees

In which we whet your appetite for Annie Dillard’s forthcoming novel (Summer 2007).

:: Tools of a writer: the gel of chosenness

In which the author entertains high hopes for a miracle substance which seems to have helped Flaubert.

:: Tag

In which we embark upon a brief expedition to the farther reaches of our book shelves, with dusting cloth and notebook in hand…

:: In review: Plan B

In which we ponder some of the deeper issues as seen through the eyes of American writer Anne Lamott.

:: An Immodest Proposal

In which we decide to revisit the t&p budget, trying to squeeze an extra $195 out of it somehow. Let’s see: we could switch to pencils with harder lead; use single-ply tissues; cut down on our cappuccino intake…

:: The dog will die

In which the day’s mail brings bills, and bank statements, and real-estate flyers… And a new story written just for me.

:: Epiphany

In which we are wowed by literature

:: That's life

In which Annie Dillard’s praises are sung

:: Time's soft-skinned people

In which a metaphysical question is posed.