Exclusive Cover Reveal of “Sky Daddy” by Kate Folk

Electric Literature is pleased to reveal the cover of Sky Daddy by Kate Folk, which will be published by Random House on April 08, 2025. You can pre-order your copy here. Cross the jet bridge with Linda, a frequent flyer with a dangerous obsession, in this hilarious and provocative debut novel by the acclaimed author of Out […] The post Exclusive Cover Reveal of “Sky Daddy” by Kate Folk appeared first on Electric Literature. Continue reading at 'Electric Literature'

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Exclusive Cover Reveal of “Little Movements” by Lauren Morrow

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When the fact-checker in question is not exactly a reliable narrator

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Successful Queries: Samantha Shea and “Bad Nature,” by Ariel Courage

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Finally, a Novel That Understands the Raw Sex Appeal of Airplanes

It wouldn’t be wrong to call Kate Folk’s debut novel Sky Daddy a marriage plot. The protagonist, Linda, has had numerous lovers, but she wants to settle down. She’s looking for a “fine gentleman” who’s sleek, strong, and ready to commit, and she already has her dream wedding planned: hurtling to... Continue reading at Electric Literature

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Virginia Norey, Associate Design Director at RHPG, Dies at 68

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Beware the nonbinary narrator who insists they are nothing like their father

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Random House to Publish New Salman Rushdie Collection in November

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An Iranian American Rom-Com That Breaks the Mold

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Barbara Marcus to Retire from Random House Books for Young Readers

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Barbara Marcus to Retire from Random House Children’s Books

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Shubha Sunder on Writing an Immigrant Story Through the Lens of a Visa Year

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Kathryn Stockett, Who Wrote ‘The Help,’ Has a Second Novel

Fifteen years ago, Kathryn Stockett’s debut novel became a best seller, but was also heavily criticized for its portrayal of Black characters. Now, she has written second novel, “The Calamity Club.” Continue reading at The New York Times

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In “Woodworking,” A Trans Teen and a Closeted Teacher Forge A Bond in Rural America

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Can the Classic Road Trip Novel Survive the Climate Crisis?

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Exclusive Cover Reveal of “These Memories Do Not Belong to Us” by Yiming Ma

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“No Offense” Reveals the Hidden Fees of Being Queer in a Straight World

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