Eighteen books by Princeton professors have been selected for inclusion in 2025 year-end “best of” lists — in some cases, multiple lists. The accolades celebrate faculty novels and short stories, memoirs, poetry, and nonfiction.

Welcome to Winter.

Something truly good to read and share. #LOTR #hope www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/o...

When Peter Arnett joined CNN in 1981 I was put with him to “help him think visually”. (He’d never done tv before.) Clearly brilliant, but never imposing, he was a true joy to work with, while funny as hell, too. An unforgettable character and privilege to have known. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/17/w...

Was aiming to go Krogering earlier today, but now am relieved I ran out of time! #AthensGA #Kroger #SelfCheckout 😱

Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, has been identified as the man who disarmed one of the Sydney attackers. Ahmed was shot by the second shooter, who was firing from a bridge. He suffered 2 gunshot wounds and is undergoing surgery.

Dear @nytimes.com, the man's name is Ahmed al Ahmed. He was shot by the second shooter, who was firing from a bridge. He suffered 2 gunshot wounds and as of 6 hours ago was undergoing surgery. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/14/w...

I’m guessing Quentin Tarantino never watched 2018’s Escape At Dannemora. Brilliant ensemble, with Paul Dano excelling. (I’m ready for a 3rd viewing.)

A forever fan of Frank Gehry's architectural design genius, my walks through the Princeton campus were always hilighted by his Lewis Science Library. On left, it rises behind the late Richard Serra's 'The Hedgehog and the Fox'. May they both eternally rest in peace. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/a...

Breaking News: Frank Gehry, a titan of architecture, has died at 96. He designed some of the world’s most recognizable buildings — many widely regarded as masterpieces. nyti.ms/4rGCYiE

Tom Stoppard, one of the mightiest playwrights ever, has passed. We are fortunate he has left us with a bounty of genius works. History will not forget him, such a legacy and such a personal story from which to draw. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/29/t...

This image of Jackson Browne caught nearly 50 years ago by Henry Diltz, came to mind immediately when I learned of Ethan’s passing. Hello fatherhood..

I was there

Happy Holidays to All! (Here's maybe my favorite flashmob ever. Hope you enjoy, too.) youtu.be/ivVPqwFiocg?...

Jimmy Cliff, now on the other side. Can't help but weep. Rest in sweet, glorious peace. youtu.be/kGeCeK85sUg?...

Unclear where this war profiteering plan came from or why it emerged right now, but clear that it is in every way disastrous

Word of the day is ‘quockerwodger’ (19th century): a puppet politician whose strings are pulled entirely by someone else.

Scooter considers his place in the universe.

This UGA art school grad, who never understood football, finally learned what an "Onside Kick" was last night vs Texas. A thing of beauty. Art, even. #Georgia #Dawgs #woof 🐾 www.espn.com/video/clip/_...

Joyce Carol Oates? More like Joyce Carol Roasts. The legendary writer used one of her favorite pastimes to bash Elon Musk on his own platform, causing Musk to crash out—and completing Oates’s own Twitter redemption arc.

btw, the scariest monster on Netflix right now is Matthew Macfadyen portraying President Garfield's assassin Charles Guiteau in 'Death By Lightning'. Positively chilling, even blood curdling. (And then just wait for Dr Bliss to show up....) 😱

Neil is 80 years Young today. Lyrics from his eponymous debut LP [w/ cover portrait by Joni Mitchell], still stand. #NeilYoung #HereWeAreInTheYears #Happy80th youtu.be/7W0jWUuzb0s?...

Bob Ross auction update: His 3 paintings at Bonhams just earned American Public Television $520,000.00. Each painting sold for many multiples of their estimates, at $90,000, $180,000, and the last for $250,000. Another batch will be offered in January. Happy trees, indeed!

Don't be fooled by her age. Joyce Carol Oates knows how to throw a punch. #JCO

Don't be fooled by her age. Joyce Carol Oates knows how to throw a punch. #JCO

Meet 87-yr-old Joyce Carol Oates, aka JCO, who taught at Princeton University 1978-2014 & is Professor Emerita in the Humanities w/ their Program in Creative Writing. Beware, Evil Musk, she may yet add to the 58+ books she's written, plus plays, poetry, nonfiction,... And she's an expert on boxing!

Palate cleanser: substack.com/@santiaraujo...

so much suffering and sacrifice only to to agree to terms that will beget more suffering and sacrifice.

Sometimes @nytimes.com can get things very right. This morning delivered. #PattiSmith #Horses #50Years www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

If you're in the vicinity of #AthensGA Sun 11/9 consider this remarkable event at Hendershots early tomorrow evening honoring the late Tommy Talton. It features some true Southern music vets & I wouldn't be surprised if Chuck Leavell & other friends dropped in as well... flagpole.com/calendar-pic...

Wow!

Word of the Day is ‘catchfart’ (17th century): an obsequious individual who sucks up to the boss and always follows the political wind.

The sun is setting at Weaver D’s Fine Foods in #AthensGA, not only a local dining hotspot, but a global cultural icon thanks to R.E.M.’s LP Automatic For The People. #WeaverD #REM #AFTP flagpole.com/food/grub-no...

Michael Shannon is not only a superb actor and a phenomenal R.E.M. interpreter, he also makes a very salient point during this interview: "... the President is a public servant, not a king, and it’s their job to improve the lives and the well-being of the citizens." www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/a...

Congratulations Dr. Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard on LANDSLIDE statewide victories in Georgia. These wins prove the massive grassroots energy powering Georgia Dems and unstoppable turnout juggernaut the Democratic Party of Georgia is building with the leadership of Chair Charlie Bailey.

👍✅ #AthensGA #Election2025

We lost dear Diane Ladd today. She was a brilliant & prolific actress that became a favorite of director David Lynch, as did her daughter Laura Dern [pic on left with husband/father Bruce Dern]. They worked together most memorably in his 1990 Wild At Heart [pic from Cannes on right]. Rest in peace.

Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, who spent the Seventies singing with the Grateful Dead, sang back-up on several classic Sixties hits, and fronted her own bands, has died at age 78. Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

Memo to squirrels: Replace your divots. Thank you for your attention. 🐿️

Peter Wehner’s powerful essay in this morning’s Atlantic with some necessary perspective in fraught and fragile times. And the Vaclev Havel quote is worth reading to the end for…. tinyurl.com/55mn33kv

Things have gotten a bit batty at Princeton University. #BatsInTheBelfrey #HappyHalloween 🦇🎃

Billie Eilish has a message for billionaires: “Give your money away, shorties.”

from @Krassenstein on Substack via Stephen Colbert: "Billie Eilish plans to donate $11.5 million from the proceeds of her ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ tour to support food equity, combat climate change, and reduce carbon pollution." HELLO BILLIONAIRES??? substack.com/@krassenstei...

Simba on the lookout this #NationalCatDay. Ahoy, all kitties.