The Freaks Came Out to Write

Tricia Romano. First edition, second printing. New York: Public Affairs, 2024. Both unclipped dust jacket and hardcover are in Near Fine condition. No writing or markings found in this unread book, 571 pp. Jacket design by Pete Garceau. 

The Freaks Came Out at Night by Tricia Romano is a deep dive into the golden era of alternative press—covering the rise of outlets like The Village Voice, SPIN, and LA Weekly. It sits at the intersection of music history, media, and counterculture.