The Chicago Review of Books is an online literary publication of StoryStudio Chicago[1] that reviews recent books covering diverse genres, presses, voices, and media. The magazine was started in 2016 by founding editor Adam Morgan. It is considered a sister publication of Arcturus, which publishes original fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.[2]
The Chicago Review of Books is currently led by Editor-In-Chief Michael Welch.
The Chicago Review of Books publishes regular reviews and interviews from authors publishing across independent and large publishers, as well as book lists, feature essays, and podcasts. With an international audience and editorial scope, the magazine is also dedicated to shining a light on Chicago's literary scene and serving as a forum for literature in the Midwest.
The Chicago Review of Books Awards
Since 2016, the Chicago Review of Books Awards have honored exemplary works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and essays & short stories published by authors from the Chicagoland literary community. The awards are voted on by a committee of Chicago booksellers and Chicago Review of Books staff, and past winners have included authors such as Rebecca Makkai, Eve L. Ewing, Mikki Kendall, Erika L. Sánchez, and more.
The Chicago Review of Books also introduced the Adam Morgan Literary Leadership Award to the annual awards ceremony in 2019. Named after the magazine's founding editor Adam Morgan, the award honors individuals for their contributions to the Chicago literary community through service, advocacy, and stewardship.
