Is the hype for The Bee Sting justified?
Over the course of 600-odd pages, Paul Murray marshals elements of tragedy, black comedy and drama with consummate skill
Jonathan Franzen
Monday
Tuesday
Has the American novel abandoned God?
Our literary life today speaks of a crisis of faith
Friday
Hilary Mantel — a death before her time
English literature has been robbed of one of its most fascinating voices
Tuesday
Getting in touch with my inner groupie
Wonder what sort of a sad sack asks for a selfie with someone famous? Answer: me
