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Might I Suggest a Few Totally Normal Ways to React to Barbie’s Oscar Nominations

Hung Up • 6505 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Film Celebrities Entertainment Media Magazines
  1. Barbie received eight Oscar nominations, but some notable figures were snubbed in certain categories.
  2. The Oscars may not always reflect the full diversity and quality of films, so it's important to keep perspective.
  3. Reactions to awards nominations, while sometimes intense, should be taken with a dose of normalcy and humor.
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Models Crying

SBJournal • 452 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Photography Feminism LGBTQ+ Magazines Art
  1. The 80s Lesbian Revolution in Photography challenged traditional beauty standards and stereotypes through provocative and empowering imagery.
  2. On Our Backs magazine broke barriers by featuring women photographers capturing diverse, sexual, and honest portrayals of women, disrupting the male-dominated photography industry.
  3. The models in On Our Backs were diverse and unapologetic, embracing their sexuality and challenging societal norms, sparking controversy and discussion surrounding women's desires and identities.

I'm Leaving on a Lit Mag Plane!

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Magazines Writers Job Listings Book Publishing
  1. C & R Press, Catapult, Bear Creek Gazette, and Ambit faced unexpected closures, raising questions about funding sources and job losses in the literary magazine industry.
  2. Literary magazines like Catapult closing underscores the importance of supporting such platforms to cultivate young writers and promote diverse works.
  3. Despite closures, opportunities exist in the literary magazine world with job openings and submission opportunities for writers.

Genre Grapevine for September 2023

Genre Grapevine • 137 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
📚 Literature Magazines Authors Awards Book Bans
  1. Good news in the science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres, such as a well-received live action adaptation and the Writers Guild of America strike victory.
  2. Concerns surrounding X-Twitter and the shift towards the Bluesky platform due to recent changes implemented by Elon Musk.
  3. Debates on artificial intelligence and the legal implications of using copyrighted works to train AI systems, as well as the impact on genre magazines and book ban controversies.

Speak Up is Now in Print

Speak Up • 19 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
📚 Literature Magazines
  1. The magazine Speak Up has shifted back to printing physical issues, after being digital-only for a while.
  2. A free copy of the first new printed issue is available to anyone who wants one, with future print issues for paid subscribers.
  3. Joining the More Speak Up in 2024 campaign will support creating a fund for monthly printed publications and higher pay for writers.

Duelling quills

The Leftovers • 99 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
📚 Literature Magazines Authors
  1. The feud between The London Magazine and Blackwood's in 1820-1821 led to a tragic outcome: one of the editors involved in the verbal dispute ended up dead after a duel.
  2. The London Magazine had a rich history dating back to 1732, with various publications under the same name over the years, but not all with direct continuity.
  3. The different editorial tones between The London Magazine and Blackwood's were initially civil and even playful, but eventually escalated into a fatal confrontation.

On WIRED magazine's startup phase (1993-1997)

The Future, Now and Then • 44 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
💼 Business Startups Magazines Founders Tech Culture Business Models
  1. WIRED magazine's startup phase (1993-1997) was like a tumultuous startup journey, filled with rapid growth and financial struggles.
  2. Louis Rossetto led WIRED as a startup, investing in various ventures but facing financial challenges.
  3. The magazine's early years were marked by rapid expansion, big ambitions, and struggles to adapt to the changing tech landscape.

Every writer should edit a magazine (at least for a year)

The Leftovers • 99 implied HN points • 15 May 23
📚 Literature Writing Magazines Editing London
  1. Editing a literary magazine can provide a valuable understanding of the literary world and help writers avoid self-absorbed behavior.
  2. The novel 'Scamp' by Roland Camberton offers a glimpse into bohemian late-1940s London and the struggles of launching a literary magazine.
  3. Starting and maintaining a literary magazine can be a rewarding experience, offering a platform for writers and fostering a sense of community.

Genre Grapevine for April 24, 2023

Genre Grapevine • 58 implied HN points • 24 Apr 23
📚 Literature Authors Awards Magazines Fiction
  1. Twitter faced backlash after changing verification policies, leading to a movement to block verified accounts.
  2. Fandom must navigate anti-drag laws in states affecting conventions and safety of attendees.
  3. Various awards in the sci-fi/fantasy community have finalists and winners announced, recognizing notable works in the genre.

The Twenty-First Century Category Error

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 12 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
📚 Literature Authors Criticism Ideologies Magazines Politics
  1. The essay discusses the novelist Bret Easton Ellis and his latest novel, revealing the impact of his podcast on his work.
  2. The mention of Walter Kirn in the essay raises questions about the categorization of individuals based on their political views and affiliations.
  3. Literary publications should strive to go beyond categorizing writers based on political leanings and instead focus on their contributions to literature.

CTExplored/Inbox

CTExplored/Inbox • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture History Art Events Podcasts Magazines
  1. Get insights into two history Game Changers from Connecticut: SISTERS at Keeler Tavern and the Freeman Houses.
  2. Learn about the important archaeological project at Freeman Houses in Bridgeport's Little Liberia Community.
  3. Discover the preservation efforts and stories of Jewish farming history in Chesterfield.