“Illustrator Jonathan Wolstenholme is a fine artist living in London who depicts still lifes [that] feature animated books with arms engaged in humorous scenarios.” Tee-hee. 

Pulitzer-winning novelist Adam Johnson interviews Kim Jong-il’s sushi chef.

The prime suspect in Pablo Neruda’s possible murder is an American double agent in witness protection (!!!).

Today, Melville House releases James Agee’s “Cotton Tenants: Three Families” in book form.

How to spot the homicidal maniac in your book club.