It’s not uncommon to hear the refrain that it’s harder to write a short story versus a full-length novel; encountering powerful short fiction can feel akin to sitting in on a storytelling masterclass. In my reading life, especially as I’ve developed a deeper appreciation for short stories and fallen in love with novellas and novelettes,
It’s the shortest text we’ve covered so far, and the oldest of its kind in the world. Referred to as a trauma-informed document by one constitutional scholar (there’s your clue), it was born of a major screw-up in the aftermath of the American Revolution that left laws unenforceable and foreign policy a hot, hot mess.
It’s June 30th, which means two things. One: it’s the fifth Tuesday of the month, which is usually a quieter time for new releases—but there are some stellar titles included in that smaller batch. Two: it’s the last day of Pride Month. We read queer all year around here, but this is an excellent excuse
July is Disability Pride Month, so today, I’m highlighting seven new books out in 2026 that are about queer disabled people. We’ve got poetry, romance, fantasy, memoir, and essays to choose from. This isn’t a complete list, but it’s a place to start. This is an aspect of queer book publishing that still has a
Zando Penguin Audio Love gets dangerous in Brynne Weaver’s Ruinous Love Trilogy. In Leather & Lark, a fake marriage traps enemies in undeniable desire, blurring the line between pretense and something real. Scythe & Sparrow brings a broken doctor and a chaotic performer together, where healing hearts and buried secrets collide. Press play and fall
If 2026 is the year of friction-maxxing, the summer will entirely focus on paying attention. To the world around you, as opposed to screens. Even though I am over 30 and therefore decrepit, I agree with the youthful turn towards the Analog Bag. The young influencer Brynne Anika Fritjofson coined the term to refer to
The 2026 BET Awards delivered one of the most memorable red carpets in recent memory. From archival fashion moments to custom creations, the night was a masterclass in celebrity dressing. Read on for the most attention grabbing looks, based on your likes: In no particular order… Muni Long in Sergio Hudson Muni Long made a
What words of wisdom or advice would you offer to people who want to work in the industry as a composer? My biggest piece of advice is to become a storyteller first and a composer second. Great film music isn’t just about writing beautiful melodies. It’s about understanding character, emotion, pacing, editing, and why a
Just two weeks after Bob Dylan guitarist Doug Lancio vanished from the tour and was replaced by jazz virtuoso Julian Lage, Bob Britt — who has played guitar in Dylan’s band since 2019 — has apparently left the group as well. Over the weekend, Britt wrote “Sayonara Bobby” on his Facebook page page along with
Charley Crockett brought the drama surrounding his 17th studio album, Clovis, to a close on Monday when he announced on social media that the LP will be officially released on Friday via the Atlantic Outpost label. The 14-track Clovis was recorded earlier this year at the Norman Petty Studio in Clovis, New Mexico, with Shooter
At Clive Davis’ funeral Monday, Alicia Keys paid tribute to the late, legendary record executive with a eulogy she titled, “A Letter to the Man Who Believed First.” The emotional speech found Keys recalling her first audition for Davis and expounding upon the endless support and friendship he offered her during their years working together.
Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, and Jennifer Hudson were expected to pay their respects to Clive Davis at the legendary record exec’s funeral Monday in New York City. “You didn’t just sign an artist, you recognized the soul,” Keys said during her emotional eulogy. “You saw not just the music I’d already made, but the music
Finally, someone has succeeded in getting Stella Lefty a snack. “I gave her a Fig Newton!” one of her team members proclaims as if they’d just handed off the baton to win Olympic gold. Lefty, rushing so quickly between the three appearances she is making at CMA Fest in under two hours, barely notices that
Back in 2013, we took it upon ourselves to remind music fans that it’s our duty to remain at least somewhat civilized when we attend concerts. We weren’t asking people to stop drinking, dancing, and having fun. We just wanted them to stop acting in super obnoxious ways that annoyed everyone around them. Sadly, the
What makes Solid Sound such a perfect weekend for Wilco fans? Every other summer, the band’s signature event brings thousands of people to the rolling hills of western Massachusetts to enjoy three days of music, togetherness, and eclectic creativity on the grounds of Mass MoCA, a factory site turned contemporary art museum. Other festivals have
Police are still investigating the discover, asking anyone with information to come forward The body of a newborn was discovered in a portable toilet at the Electric Forest Festival in Rothbury, Michigan this weekend. According to the Michigan State Police, an employee of the restroom vending company discovered the body “during routine maintenance” on Sunday
Few things can turn a quiet afternoon into a full-blown competition faster than a deck of cards and a group of Filipinos. One moment, everyone is casually chatting. Next, someone is celebrating a winning hand while another player insists they were “one card away” from victory. That’s the magic of Pusoy. For generations, this beloved
There are some huge horror video games set to release in the coming months, including highly anticipated games like Silent Hill Townfall, The Sinking City, and The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu. There are also numerous interesting indie horror games arriving on platforms like Itch.io. It’s a good time to be a fan of horror games.
Max B and French Montana brought New York City energy to the BET Awards 2026 stage with their performance of “Ever Since U Left Me (I Went Deaf).” Adorned in jewelry, the pair were joined onstage by a group of female dancers, accentuating their stage show. Max B, wearing all black, had a beat switch
When an ordinary work errand turns into a bloody, nightmarish catastrophe, one man’s ultimate challenge isn’t saving the world—it’s keeping his daughter alive. Deadlocked: Dad of the Dead, the highly anticipated horror-comedy from writer and director Casey Jackson, will begin streaming exclusively onScreamify on July 1, 2026. Trading grand, apocalyptic battlefields for the claustrophobic terror
How did you first get involved with the film, Faces of Death? This was my third collaboration with Daniel and Isa. Right after we finished “how to blow up a pipeline”, they immediately went into preproduction for this film. So this was a back to back scoring situation. I got very lucky with the timing
The Smith family showed up and showed out. Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, and all of his children — Jaden, Willow, and Trey —and their granny Adrienne arrived in coordinated all-black looks to celebrate Jaden Smith’s Christian Louboutin event in Paris, and the family fashion moment did not go unnoticed. Will Smith was styled by
Some nights you just have to stop and soak it all in. BET Awards weekend kicked off with a beautifully curated evening honoring the legendary music executive Sylvia Rhone. Hosted by Monami Productions and Mona Scott-Young and supported by the Black Music Collective, the night was a love letter to Black music, culture, and the
Surviving a horror movie requires more than luck. The characters who make it to the final scene usually possess the same traits. They adapt. They remain unpredictable. They also refuse to follow the obvious path. From the calculated terror of Michael Myers to the relentless pursuit of Ghostface, horror villains are overcome by those who
North West is not here to blend in. Vendetta Daillly The 11-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West made a bold appearance at the Vetements show during Paris Men’s Fashion Week, arriving in a fully committed gothic look that turned heads inside and out. North wore an oversized black Vetements logo long-sleeve top with
Mahal Empire announced today the official release date for their highly anticipated sci-fi thriller, Alien Storm, debuting on July 21, 2026. Audiences worldwide can now secure their digital copy today, as pre-orders are officially live on Apple. The film follows a wealthy businessman whose lavish, high-stakes Las Vegas party takes a terrifying turn. When a
Cineverse, an entertainment technology company and studio, announced today thatPitfallwill debut on Digital and Video on Demand on June 30, 2026. The film follows a remote hiking trip turned deadly when a concealed trap leaves a young man severely injured and pursued by an unknown hunter.Pitfallmade its debut at Los Angeles’ Screamfest Film Festival in
At the Legend Club in Milan, the “Nekromantik Day” marked a historic moment for underground cinema: the first official screening and first Italian home video release of Buttgereit’s film. NAQB was there. After 38 years of circulation exclusively as bootlegs, Nekromantik (1987) by Jörg Buttgereit has arrived in official form in Italy for the first
Blue Ivy Carter is growing up — and her style is keeping pace. Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s daughter was recently spotted stepping out in New York City in a laid-back but considered street style moment. She wore a Fear of God Essentials MLB New York Yankees hoodie in heather grey, paired with $190 Jaded London LDN
Zendaya is on press tour, and her fashion game is fully activated. As she makes her way across Europe promoting Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the actress and style icon has been delivering one considered look after another, with stylist Law Roach orchestrating every move. Rome: Giorgio Armani SS1990 At the Rome evening photocall, Zendaya arrived