Shapiro’s provocative debut novel blurs the line between life and fiction, depicting the obsessive world of the twenty-something with frightening clarity. Jesse Cohen of the band Tanlines joins him in conversation. Tao Lin, Jon Caramanica, and Sasha Frere-Jones to DJ.

“Once in a while I’m presented with covers that cross the barriers of cultural reference and visual language. That feel universal. That feel like perfect starts to stories. Covers that I don’t want the reader to forget, but to carry with them throughout my books. Those covers are Peters Mendelsund’s covers.”—Jo Nesbø, author of The Snowman

Shenk’s new book explores the at once intuitive and surprising roll creative duos play in shaping our culture. Editor Eamon Dolan joins in conversation.