Frank Guan

Frank Guan is a critic whose essays and reviews have appeared in n+1, The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and Bookforum. He lives in Louisville, Ky.

What Happened to Newspaper Book Reviewing?

What Happened to Newspaper Book Reviewing? What Happened to Newspaper Book Reviewing?

As a mode of recommendation, the newspaper fiction review has less to recommend it than ever before.

Jul 27, 2022 / Books & the Arts / Frank Guan

Sergio de la Pava’s Society-Spanning Fiction

Sergio de la Pava’s Society-Spanning Fiction Sergio de la Pava’s Society-Spanning Fiction

His novels capture a world riven apart by class and brought back together by art.

Oct 25, 2018 / Books & the Arts / Frank Guan

Bryson Tiller

The Extra Ordinary Bryson Tiller The Extra Ordinary Bryson Tiller

Despite his laconic demeanor, lowered expectations, and swag-proof wardrobe, the singer has still managed to create a platinum-selling album.

May 2, 2016 / Frank Guan

Kanye West

Faith, More, Safe, War Faith, More, Safe, War

On The Life of Pablo, where Kanye West most fully shares his doubts, he is more convincing as a Christian than on his other albums.

Mar 18, 2016 / Frank Guan

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