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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

What we're reading: George Saunders, Erin Somers and Guardian readers on the books they enjoyed in January

Re-reading classics and contemporary novels reveals diverse literary powers: playful zaniness, dense language, sweeping ambition, humane realism, and restorative small-scale storytelling.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Public domain 2026: Betty Boop, Pluto, and Nancy Drew set free

Some years ago, I was writing a science fiction short story in which I wanted to incorporate verses from a 1928 song, "Button Up Your Overcoat." However, when I sold the story, my editor told me that since the song was still copyrighted, it was safer not to include the verses. If I had written the story today, I could have used them - because the song passed into public domain two years ago.
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fromGameSpot
6 months ago

New H.P. Lovecraft Book Box Set Looks Incredible, Includes 3D Cthulhu Case

H.P. Lovecraft's works blend cosmic horror with unique settings, influencing various media and leading to a comprehensive deluxe box set release.
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