writing
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In conversation with John Vurro: on his debut novel ‘Play, Rewind’ and writing what you know

Before John Vurro ever published a novel, he was stocking shelves and rewinding VHS tapes at his father’s video store in Manhattan. “We would just watch so many movies, and you just start to understand how movies kind of work after a while,” Vurro explained. “I think watching so many movies helped me understand scene
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In conversation with scxtty: TikTok’s next viral sound

“pov: you are in a BAND from new jersey. i’m looking for an opener for my show in Asbury Park nj at the asbury park brewery on june 20th. comment! tag your band friends!!!” Somehow, TikTok’s algorithm sensed my proximity to the beachfront city and even the frequency with which I’ve visited over the last
