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An illustration of the cover of “Love" by Maayan Eitan. A kiss mark is on a beige background.

Review: Maayan Eitan’s ‘Love’ is an exploration of life under the male gaze

The Israeli literary sensation’s debut novella was recently translated into English. 
Stephanie Wong, Staff Writer April 12, 2022

Maayan Eitan is a bold new voice in contemporary literature and a writer and translator based in Tel Aviv. Her debut novella, “Love,” is told from the perspective of Libby,...

Acclaimed author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates was featured in a panel hosted by CAS junior Sakshi Venkatraman. Coates touched on issues dealing with journalism in the current political climate. (Staff Photo by Alex Tran)

Ta-Nehisi Coates Talks Political Writing With Former WSN EIC

The bestselling author and NYU Journalism professor sat down with former WSN Editor-in-Chief Sakshi Venkatraman and spoke to a crowd of NYU community members.
Aarushi Sharma, Staff Writer March 6, 2020

NYU Journalism professor and bestselling author Ta-Nehisi Coates sat down with Washington Square News' former Editor-in-Chief Sakshi Venkatraman on Thursday to discuss Coates’...

Anne Carson spoke on Thursday at the Lillian Vernon Creative Writers House.

Anne Carson: Icon of Intellect

Michael Landes, Staff Writer February 6, 2017
Anne Carson's reading at the Lillian Vernon Creative Writers' House last week affirmed the writer's position as one of the best authors to combine a sense of humor with translating ancient texts.
Jamie Duclos-Yourdon discusses his novel, “Froelich’s Ladder,” at Strand, allowing fans to gain some insight into his thought process.

Climbing to Success With ‘Ladder’

Michael Landes, Contributing Writer October 16, 2016
In a comfortable, candid conversation at McNally-Jackson Books last week, author Jamie Duclos-Yourdon shared the inspirations and influences behind his new book, "Froelich's Ladder."
Writer Judy Blume, speaks about her success as a writer following her time as a Steinhardt student at NYU.

Judy Blume talks NYU in the ’50s, latest novel

Aicha Fall, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
WSN interviews NYU alumna Judy Blume.
Clive Thompson shares journalistic wisdom

Clive Thompson shares journalistic wisdom

Romie Williams, Contributing Writer September 24, 2014
Coverage of the NYU School of Journalism's event hosting Clive Thompson (author of Smarter Than You Think: How Technology is Changing Our Minds for the Better”) on Sep. 23 at 6pm.
Avital Glibicky for WSN

Author remembers Timekeeper in debut novel, students reflect on legacy

March 3, 2014
New author Claribel Ortega immortalizes NYU legacy in her new book series.
Jacob Gianaris for WSN

Author Reza Aslan visits NYU to discuss religion, history

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer September 24, 2013
The New York Times bestselling author Reza Aslan spoke at NYU about the spread of religion.
Courtesy of Suzie Fishbein

Kosher cook queen gives creative advice at book release

October 29, 2012
Susie Fishbein, Kosher chef extraordinaire, presents a new kind of cookbook