Introducing Black Lit Crit

Why I created a new space for Black literary criticism.

The Human League

At the Independent, our writers all play for the same team.

Honoring One of the Best

Bill Thomas receives BIO’s 2026 Editorial Excellence Award.

Passion & Presence

Reflections on the Capital Love LitFest.

Our Reviewers Deserve a Raise

And we’re thrilled to announce they’re getting one!

Saturday Is Independent Bookstore Day!

You’ve been training all year, nerds.

The Whiting Foundation Honors Emerging Writers

Its recent awards support 10 promising authors.