Another busy week in the lit world! Grab a warm coat and head over to any of these events. more ›

While the majority of California youth were skipping rope and collecting beetles, Traci Foust was scrubbing her hands with Ajax until her skin peeled off, and locking her best friend in a sweltering car, wondering if maybe she would kill her more ›

WHAT THE WHAAAA: Why is Kat Von D in town? Oh. She has a new book called Tattoo Chronicles, which actually looks kind of cool (aesthetically, no comment on the content). It's an illustrated diary "that offers an intimate look at a crucial year in the personal and professional life of Kat Von D, the charismatic, no-holds-barred tattooer and star of LA Ink." Scared? Maybe a little. more ›

While this weekend is mostly dominated by all that Sub Pop hooha (and once again, kids, 520's closed, so take alternate routes), there's still a few shows besides those that Katelyn already mentioned. more ›