Lit Hub Daily: September 16, 2026
Who actually benefits in an MFA workshop? Devon Halliday explores why these spaces might need “a greater clarity of purpose.” | Lit Hub Craft The truth is out there! What UFO fanaticism reveals about American conspiracies. | Lit Hub Politics
In today's Lit Hub Daily, readers are treated to a variety of thought-provoking pieces across different categories. Literary Hub begins with an exploration of Alfred Noyes' birth in 1880, followed by an insightful article by Devon Halliday questioning the purpose and benefits of MFA workshops. The daily also delves into the world of UFO fanaticism, revealing how these conspiracy theories reflect American paranoia.
Additionally, Lit Hub offers a selection of book recommendations focusing on the human body, as well as a memoir by Abdelrahman ElGendy about his time in an Egyptian prison, which shaped his writing. Finally, the daily includes a conversation between Vikram Chandra and Tobias Carroll about the implications of artificial intelligence on creativity.
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