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Joyce Carol Oates is a Disciplined Scribenew

Speculation about Oates' jaw-dropping productivity swirls around her: She writes in a trance. She's a recluse. She never revises. But, in fact, her recipe is simple: She writes every single day.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Barbara Davenport  |  11-19-2008  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Hosseini Might Stick to This 'Writing Thing' for Awhilenew

The best-selling author talks Afghanistan, film adaptation and his future.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Tina Safi  |  06-20-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Taking on Whole Foods With Civilized Discoursenew

Michael Pollan says he's shocked by the strong response to his book and the ensuing public debate, but he chalks up much of the unexpected impact to timing.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Barbara Davenport  |  06-06-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Curling Up With the Hedgehognew

Homely porn star makes his literary debut -- and shares his romance tips for the boys.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Anders Wright  |  02-14-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Alone in San Diegonew

Gritty New York poet Eileen Myles struggles with life and work in a shiny, happy city.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Emma Silvers  |  01-24-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Roach Against the Machinenew

A writer fears that "La Cucaracha," the first mainstream Chicano-centric comic strip, will be sold down -- no, across the river
San Diego CityBeat  |  Will K. Shilling  |  09-22-2004  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

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