Is the literary community still on X??? This platform feels so damn quiet.

real yearning can happen only when u know there’s no point and u will never get what u want

Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico's "neoliberal period" is over, announcing a slew of new public works. Continuing AMLO's Fourth Transformation, Mexico is building passenger rail, highways, airports, 200K+ affordable homes, and more.

Trump returning from his long weekend

Hi!!! Idk if anyone is on Twitter anymore but if you are, this short story chap I've been working on for the last couple years is open for pre-orders thanks to Abode Press!!! Shoutout to desi diaspora oomfs who are looking for a lighthearted but still contemplative read 💜💖💜

Today’s poem is selected by José Olivarez (josé olivarez) as part of the 20th anniversary of Read A Little Poetry. “Telephone Booth (number 905 1/2)” appeared in Pedro Pietri: Selected Poetry by Pedro Pietri, published by City Lights Books 2015. Shared here with deep gratitude.

it is the month for one of my favorite poems ever

Today’s poem is selected by Maya C. Popa (Dr. Maya C. Popa) as part of the 20th anniversary of Read A Little Poetry. “Miss you. Would like to take a walk with you.” appeared in The New Economy by Gabrielle Calvocoressi, published by Copper Canyon Press, 2025.

Linda Gregg

It finally feels like Fall in New York City and I am way underdressed

Substack reminds me of what Instagram and Twitter used to be…

Sewing is truly the most tedious hobby

Everything is romantic, I guess

let’s make it happen!!!

LUX is my album of the decade. Rosalia is amazingg