There’s something wonderful about a long, slow-burn horror story. Authors such as Peter Straub and Stephen King excel at this—giving you a rich world and detailed characters with horror that…
The man who can say (almost) anything
David Sedaris wants to give you two pieces of advice on public speaking: Keep to your time limit and don’t tell jokes about fisting. These and other nuggets of wisdom…
Portland’s other independent bookstores
Annie Bloom’s Books: 7834 SW Capitol Hwy., annieblooms.com This shop in Multnomah Village, which opened in 1978, is quaint but not in a frivolous way, complete with green awning out…
The world’s nicest man
You wouldn’t expect the World’s Nicest Man to turn up at an obscure literary event. At the Portland Book Festival, on the other hand, an internationally known figure such as…
A judgement day: Palahniuk’s latest
The scariest thing about Chuck Palahniuk’s Adjustment Day is that it’s not as scary as real life. Don’t get me wrong: It’s terrifying. It’s blood-curdling, bone-shakingly, soul-shatteringly horrifying on every…
Events Calendar July 24-30
Tuesday 7/24 Music Snow tha Product Wonder Ballroom 8 p.m. $18 All ages Latina MC with a ridiculous flow. The rapper Nicki Minaj wishes she was. Comedy…
Choose your own book
Reading for pleasure Ok, first of all, I want to be as clear as possible that I’m not here to steal more of your attention. You’re starting your summer jobs…
A crowdsourced list of literature for the new alum
With graduation looming around the corner, many Portland State grads will find themselves with extra down time. Not to worry, though! C.J. has you covered with a list of summer…
On-Campus Calendar: Feb. 20-26
Tuesday, Feb. 20 Culture Multicultural Student Center: Celebrating 25 Years noon Multicultural Student Center (SMSU 228) Free, all ages The Multicultural Student Center is turning 25! They want to celebrate…
Off-Campus Calendar: Feb. 20-26
Monday, Feb. 26 Comedy Stand Up to Feed the People 6:30 p.m. Curious Comedy Theater $5–10, all ages Revolution Comedy is a monthly comedy fundraiser hosted by the hilarious Andie…
A word about Wordstock 2017
With over 170 literary professionals in attendance, Wordstock is the premier literary festival in the Pacific Northwest. While the event hosts talks, pop-up readings, a book fair spanning two floors,…