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At The Rumpus, we understand that pop culture is everywhere online, so we aim to offer something different and thought-provoking. Our platform invites individuals to express themselves through their writing, sharing their unique stories and insights in a genuine and artistic manner. We are dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices and showcasing pieces that might not find a place elsewhere, while also celebrating both emerging and established writers we admire. Our mission is to highlight narratives that foster connections, break down barriers, and confront authority. Founded in 2009, The Rumpus became part of Marisa Siegel's vision in January 2017, after she served as Managing Editor from 2014 to 2017. We aim to shift the narrative by introducing you to authors you may not know and offering insights on literature, films, and media that encourage deeper thought. We believe that reading creates a sense of community, and if you find yourself wanting more from The Rumpus, we have plenty to offer! Join our Rumpus Book Club, Rumpus Poetry Book Club, Letters in the Mail, and Letters for Kids—each initiative supports our ongoing efforts. Don’t forget to subscribe to our free, personal newsletter! We also invite you to be a part of The Rumpus by submitting your own work (please refer to our Writer’s Guidelines) to enrich our content. The Rumpus is a collaborative effort, where our writers, editors, illustrators, and readers play vital roles in shaping our identity.
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therumpus.net | Janet Rodríguez
Robert Macfarlane’s newest book, Is A River Alive? (W.W. Norton & Co., 2025) starts challenging the reader on the cover as blue and green ribbons of water rush over the question.
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therumpus.net | P. Aiden Hunt
I have a confession: I’ve always had some aversion to confessional poetry. It often seemed to me that confessional poets rested too much on their confessions while neglecting their poetics and style, so they might as well be writing prose memoirs. Every bias has exceptions, however, and Diannely Antigua is one of mine. Antigua’s sophomore collection, Good Monster (Copper Canyon Press, 2024), continues her “Diary Entry” poems.
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therumpus.net | Priyanka Bose
During each of our first few dates, Amira tells me about a different ex. Even though she is only twenty-four, she has many of them, and according to her, they are all amazing and interesting people, and she is grateful to still have all of them in her life. Since I am almost thirty but have no relationship history of my own to share, I spend more time listening than talking, but I’m grateful for her lopsided attention. Conversations have always been a challenge for me.
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therumpus.net | Sean Carlson
For a moment in time, in the early and mid 2000s, emotional masculinity was all the rage. From MySpace darlings to mainstream radioplay, pop culture gravitated toward “emo”: alternative anthems with softer edges, vocals comfortable with vulnerability, and singalongs about valentines and similar sentiments.
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therumpus.net | Samuel Ashworth
The Author: Sam AshworthThe Book: The Death and Life of August Sweeney (Santa Fe Writer’s Project, 2025)The Elevator Pitch: The rise and fall of legendary Chef August Sweeney, told through his autopsy at the hands of a woman he mysteriously handpicked for the job. ***The Rumpus: Where did the idea of your book come from? Sam Ashworth: In 2012 or so, I was a bartender in Boston. I was sitting in a sister bar with a coworker, and as you do, we started talking about dead bodies.
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