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The author talks about Chicago Stories
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Suddenly, a Knock on the Door by Etgar Keret | Book review
A new book of dark short stories from the Israeli author.
The Might Have Been by Joseph Schuster | Book review
Baseball returns to its literary roots.
Baby Geisha by Trinie Dalton | Book Review
A new collection of stories from the author of A Unicorn Is Born.
Satan Is Real by Charlie Louvin with Benjamin Whitmer | Book review
The Louvin Brothers get their due.
Can't-miss stories
Concrete jungle
The first history of Chicago's Marina City—otherwise known as the corn cobs—traces its rise and fall.
Iron and Wine interview
Sam Beam talks about creating Kiss Each Other Clean, kindergarten art, trying to please your fans and beards.
The Adjustment Bureau
A Philip K. Dick story undergoes an adjustment.
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