Monday, April 6



Q&A: Tananarive Due talks connections, writing process for new story ‘The Rider’

This post was updated Oct. 31 at 8:11 p.m.  In her latest short story, Tananarive Due invites readers on a macabre journey. Set during the Freedom Rides, Due’s new short story, “The Rider,” was released Oct. Read more...

Photo: Tananarive Due is pictured. The author, who is also a continuing lecturer in the Department of African American Studies, wrote a story for Jordan Peele’s anthology “Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror.” (Courtesy of Tananarive Due)



Descanso Gardens’ Carved offers family-friendly fall festivities

This post was updated Oct. 27 at 2:14 a.m. This fall, Descanso Gardens’ Carved is providing a picturesque treat among the trees. Nestled in the lush foothills of La Cañada Flintridge, Carved invites guests on a pumpkin-filled path through their gardens. Read more...

Photo: Holding a parasol, a pumpkin-headed figure stands amidst a sea of jack-o-lanterns. The seasonal installation is part of Descanso Garden’s Carved experience, which runs until Oct. 29.(Eden Yu/Daily Bruin staff)


Jillian Tamaki draws upon details in graphic novel writing process

This post was updated Oct. 26 at 7:27 p.m. Most book talks hinge on their words. But for Jillian Tamaki, sharing her work was all about the slideshow. Read more...

Photo: Jillian Tamaki is pictured. The graphic novelist spoke about her latest project “Roaming” – co-written with her cousin Mariko – at the Charles E. Young Research Library on Tuesday. (Nicolas Greamo/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Artist Keertana Sreekumar reflects on career evolution, working with memory loss

This post was updated Oct. 31 at 8:06 p.m.  From writing about memory loss to womanhood, Keertana Sreekumar is making a splash in the entertainment industry. Read more...

Photo: Keertana Sreekumar poses for her headshot. The first-year English literature student became the youngest winner of the Toronto International Film Festival’s featured screenplay award in 2021. (Courtesy of Shraesht)