An algorithm might not be able to spit out a chart-topping song —at least not yet—but it might be able to help you write a best-selling novel.
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Deb Olin Unferth was swept up in the 80's revolution in Central American out of love.
The average American voter is NOT smarter than a 5th grader, doesn't understand basic political facts and should probably not be allowed to vote. Philosopher Jason Brennan makes the case for an epistocracy: the rule of the knowledgeable.
B.J. Novak's Dangerous Idea? The artist Christo designing a roller coaster inspired by life.
Caryl Owen, TTBOOK's Technical Director, provides an essay on her efforts to restore part of her Wisconsin property to its native prairie state.
In 2006, Barack Obama was the new darling of the Democratic Party and was considering a Presidential run in 2008.
Steve here. 2016 marked the 100th anniversary of America’s beloved National Park system. I could think of no one better to reflect on the importance of national parks than one of my favorite writers, Terry Tempest Williams.
Etgar Keret tells Steve Paulson how his writing career began after a traumatic event.
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