Thursday, September 20, 2012

Brooklyn's Indie Lit Impresarios!

Posted by on Thu, Sep 20, 2012 at 7:49 AM

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Randy Rosenthal and Laura Isaacman, The Coffin Factory

Why are you doing this?

Since we believe that quality literature and art are essential for the existence of an intelligent society, we’re trying to help perpetuate an intellectually engaged culture.

Is there something particular to Brooklyn Lit beyond geography?

It’s the pizza. We’re all here for the pizza.

Who's your favorite writer we've never heard of?

Have you heard of Bruno Schulz? [Ed. note: yes.]

Do you also write yourself?

Randy has been known to put down a word or two, and Laura’s retired.

What's your day job?

Laura helps Americans with bad credit, and Randy teaches English to foreigners.

What impact do you think Brooklyn Lit has had on the publishing world at large?

Brooklyn reminds the rest of the publishing industry that young, hip people still think reading is cool.

What does the future look like for Brooklyn Lit?

I’m not sure if you’re aware, but the world is ending on December 21st, 2012.

Could you share a few tips for Brooklyn Lit success?

Not really.

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Kristin Iversen is the Managing Editor at Brooklyn Magazine and the L Magazine. She has been described as "a hipster buzzword made flesh." This seems pretty accurate.

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