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William Gass is known and admired as a writer’s writer for his handsome, challenging, and experimental prose and as a misanthrope for his tendency to focus on his characters’ moral shortcomings.

The following words constitute a review of the new novel Welcome to Night Vale. The review is not about Welcome to Night Vale. It is totally about it and is for your enjoyment.

“the most self-absorbed and offensive character you’ll meet . . . so why is he so appealing?”

“fun, humor, horror, and a fantastical cast of characters.”

"A hilarious sendup of the eternal fight between kids and their parents over what to eat and when—if at all."

“The Blazing World is poundingly alive with ideas, personalities, conviction, fear, fakery, ambition, and sorrow. The reading mind is set on high, happy alert.

“. . . a fun, fast read and a wild ride.”

“A timeless classic from the pages of period long gone, . . . pure, classic art with a touch of vaudeville and slapstick.”

“David Michael Slater . . . throws all kinds of crazy against the wall—and not only does it stick, it works brilliantly.”

“. . . beautifully written and astoundingly on target . . .”

“Wyatt Burp Rides Again (The Adventures of Jo Schmo) definitely qualifies as a ‘best’ children’s book.”