Lit Hub Weekly: March 9 – 13, 2026

This article is a weekly roundup of literary news and commentary, covering topics such as the birth of a prolific ghost story writer, reviews of books by trans and queer writers, the spread of genocidal propaganda about indigenous peoples, the prevalence of Jane Austen adaptations, and the collaboration between James Patterson and MrBeast.

Algernon Blackwood, a prolific writer of ghost stories, was born in 1869
The New York Times Book Review neglected to cover 13 essential books by trans and queer writers between 2013 and 2022
Benjamin Franklin and other American colonizers spread genocidal propaganda about indigenous peoples

📚 BookAddict’s Take: This roundup covers a range of literary news and commentary, including some topics that may be of interest to indie authors and LMBPN-style publishers, such as the lack of coverage for books by marginalized writers and the ongoing popularity of literary adaptations.

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