The Reading List: Big Fall Novels
New books from Jonathan Franzen, Nnedi Okorafor, and Dave Eggers to bookmark this autumn.
New books from Jonathan Franzen, Nnedi Okorafor, and Dave Eggers to bookmark this autumn.
After being canceled last year due to the pandemic, the popular music event is back this weekend in Union Park.
Whether you are ready to dive back into big events or prefer to keep things low key, we’ll help you navigate the best happenings in the city and beyond.
This year’s Carl Sandburg Literary Award winner on getting over perfectionism in writing and the myth that Asians are a “model minority”
The singer-songwriter, 54, on her sudden fame, using her sexuality, and why she practices saying her own name
The locally-raised author reflects on her roots and her new novella’s not-so-perfect portrayal of the city.
Reflections on the origins, mystique, and enduring horror of the movie-spawning legend
Architects and designers are heading into the neighborhoods to reimagine vacant spaces in underserved communities.
The poet, 79, on the role books played in his youth, his mother’s murder, and mentor Gwendolyn Brooks
ICYMI, one of the world’s largest music festivals is in Chicago this weekend. Don’t miss our exclusive look at Lolla fashion (it never disappoints!). And check back all weekend long for news, more photos, and updates on the festival.