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An illustrated portrait of author Calum McCann in a black shirt and blue blazer against a light orange background.

Q&A: Colum McCann says ‘storytelling is the most democratic thing that we have’

In his novel “Apeirogon,” National Book Award winner Colum McCann writes about Palestine, and Irish literature beyond Ireland.
Natasha R. Roy, Contributing Writer September 29, 2022

Spoiler warning: This article may include spoilers for “Apeirogon.” Colum McCann is an Irish writer based in New York City. In 2009, he won the National Book Award for his...

James Joyce, an Irish author and playwright, is currently buried in Zurich, Switzerland. (Via Wikimedia)

A Bone of Contention: Ireland Wants James Joyce Back

As the Dublin City Council calls for the repatriation of Joyce’s remains, debate continues over the writer’s legacy and relationship to his homeland.
Julie Goldberg, Books & Theater Editor October 27, 2019

Halloween is approaching, and one literary legend may be rising from the dead. To be relocated and reinterred, that is. James Joyce is currently buried with his wife Nora Barnacle...

‘Body Alarm’ Hits a Nerve in the Best Way

Arimeta Diop, Contributing Writer September 26, 2016
Winsome Brown's latest production "Hit the Body Alarm" combines texts from sources as far-flung as James Joyce and John Milton to create an absolutely stunning performance.
NYFW tips from WSN staff

NYFW tips from WSN staff

WSN Staff September 17, 2014
WSN staff shares a few times it was glad it did the reading for class