Richard Jeffrey Newman

Richard Jeffrey Newman

A poet and essayist, I write about gender and sexuality, Jewish identity and culture, writing and translation. My goal? To make connections that matter. I also help other writers do the same.
Four by Four #2

Four by Four #2

Four Things To Read 1. Kindred, by Octavia Butler - Originally published in 1979, this book tells the story of
Four by Four #1

Four by Four #1

Dear Friends, As you can see, I’ve given my newsletter a new name and moved it to Substack. I

Standing With Ukraine Also Means Paying Attention To Its Larger Context

Dear Friends, Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine casts its long shadow over everything I do these days, even the
I have been (once again) thinking about antisemitism...

I have been (once again) thinking about antisemitism...

Dear Friends, I have some news I’d like to tell you about regarding my recent publications and upcoming events,