“Quiddity is simply delightful…it goes about its business of entertaining the masses of literary fandom…with an originality never seen…a wonderful romp through words…writing of the finest example…it doesn’t get any better than this.”
~NewPages
quiddity (n.) ~ the real nature or essence of a thing; that which makes it what it is
Quiddity has remained in continuous operation since its founding in 2007. After 11 years exclusively in print and broadcast (volumes 1-11), Quiddity pubilshed three online editions. This year, we are resuming print publication with digital access to select material.
The radio broadcast is produced in partnership with NPR Illinois. The journal is published annually with occasional special editions.
Volumes 1-11 & 13 are available for purchase. Each is 12 USD (includes shipping & handling in the contiguous United States).
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