Watch this space: Denis Johnson

Denis Johnson's last book, Tree of Smoke, won the National Book Award. Now, reports the New York Times, his new novel, Nobody Move, will appear in four monthly installments in Playboy, beginning with the July 2008 issue, which hits newsstands today.

Playboy's too smart to make Nobody Move available on its website; the idea is to sell magazines, after all. But if you're interested in what Johnson is up to, we'll have the story covered right here. Over the next four months, I'll be reviewing each installment on Jacket Copy as it comes out. In addition, we'll host a series of discussions about the novel, Johnson's work in general and the fine art of the serial.

So stay tuned. The first review goes live on Monday, with commentary and conversation after that.

David L. Ulin

Comments

[andy.riverbed]

denis johnson is the s***.

[Andi Cumbo]

David,
This must be a thrill for you. How great to see you doing this.

[Jane Ciabattari]

Can't wait to see your reactions here.

Jane Ciabattari

[draabe]

It's an interesting idea that harkens back to the days of the Strand Magazine. Time will tell whether or not it's a good one.