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Do Journalists Work Only For The Reader?

Here’s a pious blog post by Hamilton Nolan at Gawker, who should know better: One basic characteristic of journalism is this: its content is not bought and paid for and directed by an advertiser. It might be vapid. It might … Continue reading

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Skinny – Diana Spechler’s New Novel

On April 21, I interviewed by phone novelist Diana Spechler about her new book Skinny. In 2008, I interviewed Diana in Brentwood about her debut – Who By Fire. Luke: “Give me an overview.” Diana: “In early 2006, I decided … Continue reading

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