Three perfect autumn mysteries

Plus the best horror of the year, stories from multiple perspectives, and thoughts on Blonde

Hey, readers!

Louise turned one on Friday, and it was another reminder of how strange time can be. On the one hand, this year was so…freaking…long. On the other hand, I can’t believe she’s one! Officially out of the baby stage and into toddlerhood—although she’s not doing any toddling yet, so I’m going to keep calling her a baby for now.

This first year o…