I will continue to write about non-fiction writing for writers and reporters; no, I ain’t done yet. Yet I think I offer more value to book readers and academics, especially those interested in religion, politics, U.S. history, business, true crime, sociology, journalism, and nonfiction narratives. Read more
Most people interpret George Orwell’s 1984 as a dystopian novel about authoritarianism. I see it as a satire about excessive politicization, a distinction with increasing relevance in America today. Read more
Books about political assassinations represent a grim if popular genre. After the near assassination of former President Trump, four books are well worth exploring or revisiting. Read more
It’s tempting to define humor as similar to pornography. You know it when you see it. In fact, humor can be defined more neatly. It upsets the established order. That was George Orwell’s idea. Every joke is a “revolution” or a “temporary rebellion against virtue.” He was right. Read more
Even before Donald Trump became president, most Americans said they perceived reporters as biased. Seventy-four percent described news coverage as slanted or prejudicial, according to a July 2016 Pew Research poll. Seventy-four percent! That’s three in four respondents. Read more
