Ben Lerner reads his story from the May 27, 2019, issue of the magazine. Lerner is the author of the novels “Leaving the Atocha Station” and “10:04,” and also three books of poetry. His third novel, “The Topeka School,” from which this story was adapted, will be published in October.
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This Week in Fiction
Ben Lerner on Adolescence and His Forthcoming Novel
The author discusses “Ross Perot and China,” his story from this week’s issue of the magazine.
By Cressida Leyshon
The Writer’s Voice
Kevin Barry Reads “Finistère”
The author reads his story from the April 15, 2024, issue of the magazine.
The Writer’s Voice
Joyce Carol Oates Reads “Late Love”
The author reads her story from the April 22 & 29, 2024, issue of the magazine.