It’s Sunday afternoon, and you have our permission to read about something that isn’t Hurricane Sandy or Election 2012 — at least for an hour or so. Below, some of our recommendations:
“Slash and Burn†by Amanda Hess (Tomorrow): Why do straight women write gay fan fiction about boy bands? It’s fun, for one thing. Â
“This Movie Is Rated Wu†by Alex Pappademas (GQ): Now that he’s completed his Russell Crowe-starring kung-fu movie, The Man with the Iron Fists, our second favorite Wu-Tanger (RIP ODB) is on his way to becoming “an important dude†in Hollywood.Â
“Maurice Sendak†by Emma Brockes (The Believer): A newly published interview with the late children’s book author, who “refused to cater to the bullshit of innocence.â€
“A Chat With Ted Leo About ‘The Weird Small Business’ Of Indie Music†by John Lingan (The Awl): Much like Grizzly Bear, Ted Leo is a very well-established indie act whose budget has compelled him to record his next album at home. He also does comedy.Â
“Lily Tomlin on Robert Altman and knowing Tom Waits on a soul level†by Will Harris (A.V. Club): The actress and comedian talks about some of her classic roles.Â
For more in-depth weekend readings, visit our friends at Longreads.