On letting go of potential and other myths of greatness.
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The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
This week, we’re sharing stories from Tiffany Stanley, Raj Telhan, Alex Pareene, Nico Muhly, and Chris Heath.
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10 Outstanding Short Stories to Read in 2020
Stories by Edwidge Danticat, Etgar Keret, Valeria Luiselli, and more.
Posted inCurrent Events, Essays & Criticism, Quotes
Alabama’s History Haunts, But It Also Instructs
The hope and future of the United States is bound to Alabama’s.
Posted inEssays & Criticism, Feature, Nonfiction, Story
Why I Wanted To Finish My Father’s Life’s Work
Karen Brown recalls the pain and joy of fulfilling a deathbed promise.
Posted inNonfiction
Longreads Best of 2019: Investigative Reporting
We asked writers and editors to choose some of their favorite stories of the year in various categories. Here is the best in investigative reporting.
Posted inNonfiction, Quotes
The Urban Crisis of Affluence
An investment property is not a home. Neither are cities where most people can’t afford to live.
Posted inEssays & Criticism, Feature, Nonfiction, Story
The Bigamist’s Daughter
Robin Antalek considers the legacy of the man who abandoned her for another family and never looked back.
Posted inNonfiction, Quotes
One Coastal Scottish Village Learns the Real Meaning of Community
The Scottish village of Portpatrick saved its harbor and identity through a once-obscure ownership model, community shares.
Posted inArts & Culture, Culture, Highlight, Nonfiction, Quote Posts, Quotes
Musicians Come Clean on How They Live, Create, and Thrive While Sober
Chris Heath at GQ interviews nine sober musicians on thriving creatively.
