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Harry Stephen Keeler wrote stupefyingly bad mystery novels in the first half of the 20th century. Now he's something of a literary cult figure. Hear "Keeler-head" Paul Collins and NPR's Scott Simon.

Experts are already on the ground in Texas. They plan to review documents, interview law enforcement officers, and consult with families of victims and survivors.

The UPN TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer has its share of rabid fans. But it also enjoys a special following among academics, some of whom have staked a claim in what they call "Buffy Studies," analyzing the characters and underlying themes of teens battling supernatural monsters and their own human passions. NPR's Neda Ulaby reports on the future of "Buffy Studies" after Buffy's off the air.

Some rights activists have voiced concerns that the ban could increase Islamophobia in a country where violence and hate speech against Muslims have increased in recent years.

Amid ongoing clashes between the army and militiamen in the Democratic Republic of Congo, thousands of people have taken refuge on two islands in a remote lake. Though life on the islands is difficult, the residents say they feel safer than in the villages where they were attacked.

In New York City, construction has begun on one of the most unusual and innovative parks in the nation. The High Line project will transform an abandoned railroad overpass that spans 22 blocks on Manhattan's West Side into an urban promenade of green parkland.

A profile of Tony Schwartz, an innovative and inspired sound gatherer, recording the sounds of America since 1945. A man who will venture no further than his postal zone, Mr. Schwartz has made more than 30,000 home recordings in the streets, delis, cabs, playgrounds and stoops of his New York neighborhood.

In Calef Brown's Flamingos on the Roof, mosquitoes wear tuxedoes, dogs sport plaid suits and thunder is a cafe staple. His new collection of poems and paintings creates a carefree world full of alliteration, frivolity and fun.

The Sturgeon Moon became visible Thursday night, appearing bigger and brighter than usual because of its proximity to Earth.

Host Bob Boilen rejoins co-host Robin Hilton for this week's essential mix of new music, tales from Bob's week on the road and a heart-stopping amount of coffee.