If this transparentmove doesn’t piss you off, then ask yourself how much liberty you’re willing to give up. We had elections in November 1864 during the Civil War, in November 1918 during World War I, and in November 1944 during World War II. This “war,” or whatever you want to call it, should be no different.

We’re late to the paty, but congratulations Terry!

After being rejected repeatedly over ten years by nearly every major publishing house in New York, Jennifer Donnelly beat out favorite Mark Haddon for the Carnegie Medal, the most prestigious prize in children’s literature. (via Mark)

Kurt Vonnegut held a family art show and was mobbed by fans in Indianapolis.

Time has a list of 10 Trashy Novels for the summer. Strangely, Daniel Clowes is included.