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A Reading List for the New Year
Tech skepticism, Covid madness, and 1960s Paris For those who, like the author and at least some of his readers, are afflicted by a pathological...
nationalreview.com
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The Bible According to Mark Twain and a Tribute to his Humanity
Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain, is often referred to as “the father of American literature.” He died in 1910 with many of his writings not yet...
dailykos.com
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Why 'Adolescence' Is Sparking Conversations About Incel Dread Online
rollingstone.com
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UPDATE: Californians now have access to 300,000 eBooks through California State Library
edsource.org
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writing / books
Alice Munro Wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Canadian short-story writer Alice Munro has been awarded the Nobel Prize in literature. Ms. Munro is only the thirteenth woman to win the prize since...
wsj.com
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8 Gripping Novels Based on Real Murders - Electric Literature
When I traveled to the Galápagos Islands, I went for the wildlife—specifically, for the penguins. At the time , the only human I’d...
electricliterature.com
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The Hidden Story of J. P. Morgan’s Librarian
Belle da Costa Greene, a brilliant archivist, buried her own history. The American industrialist and financier John Pierpont Morgan (1837-1913) was a serious collector of...
newyorker.com
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Bianca Saunders Debuts 38 Love Lane Zine
The London-based designer created the zine alongside photographer Kwabena Sekyi Appiah-Nti. London-based designer Bianca Saunders has debuted 38 Love...
essence.com
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A rediscovered WWII escape tunnel exposed Nazi atrocities. A new book tells the story
In 1941, before the Nazis started gassing Jews at concentration camps, they began their practice of extermination in the Lithuanian town of Vilna....
ocregister.com
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Looking for a new book to read? 15 March releases, from new romance to dystopian
March was a big month in the publishing world. Between a new “Hunger Games” book, a highly-anticipated nonfiction title from John Green and the third...
usatoday.com
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writing / books
Six Immigrant Novels that Employ Unconventional Narrative Structures
For a long time , I carried around a vague idea for an immigrant novel. While I knew it would be inspired in part by my...
lithub.com
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‘Chilling’ arrest of French publisher by UK counter-terrorism police condemned
Éditions la Fabrique says foreign rights manager Ernest Moret was held for several hours and asked ‘disturbing questions’ about his political opinions...
theguardian.com
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Syracuse Public Library — Children Gain Hands-On Biology Lesson
News Release SYRACUSE — In March, home-schooled children have been exploring biology with a dissection unit during the Syracuse Public Library’s...
inkfreenews.com
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5 thought-provoking books of 2024
This past year has been a rollercoaster full of political and economic surprises, with surely more on the way in 2025. It’s not all gloom...
salon.com
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Applications open for Tuscaloosa Public Library Board of Trustees
Are you interested in guiding the future of the Tuscaloosa Public Library? The City of Tuscaloosa is accepting applications for the Tuscaloosa Public...
wvua23.com
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How Barnes and Noble made a comeback by revitalizing its philosophy
Last year, Barnes and Noble opened nearly 60 stores around the country and plans for 60 more to open in 2025. It’s the latest twist in a...
pbs.org
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Novelist Caleb Azumah Nelson: ‘there is a wholeness in living life not always afforded to black people’
The writer talks about being doubted as a teenager, the courage of his migrating ancestors, and how he uses his photography to spark stories...
theguardian.com
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'Devastated' chef Jamie Oliver issues apology as he withdraws 'damaging' children's book
Jamie Oliver has been forced to apologize and has withdrawn his new book after it was slammed as "irresponsible and damaging" by an education body...
themirror.com
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Add a Pinch of This $ 3 Pantry Staple for the Most Flavorful Chicken Salad (It’s Also Amazing on Roasted Potatoes!)
thekitchn.com
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Viral Indie Turned Traditionally Published Author Hits a Sweet Spot
For viral indie author Kate Stewart, who has garnered over 375 million views on TikTok alone for her Ravenhood romance series, as well as hit the...
publishersweekly.com
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The best recent crime and thrillers – review roundup
Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent; The Shadows of London by Andrew Taylor; A Flaw in the Design by Nathan Oates; Mother’s Day by...
theguardian.com
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Retired but Need Extra Cash? Try These 9 Easy Jobs That Pay Surprisingly Well
While working might not be your vision of a dream retirement, everyone can use a little extra cash for their budget, especially during inflationary time...
aol.com
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Exclusive Excerpt From New WW II Thriller "The Ghosts of Rome"
Author Joseph O’Connor’s latest is earning rave reviews. Here is an exclusive excerpt from writer Joseph O’Connor’s new World War II...
parade.com
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Hackers Hit Czech Premier With Fake Post on Army Under Attack
bloomberg.com
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Mullen Named British Jockey Club Group Chief Executive
Jim Mullen is a former CEO at Ladbrokes Coral and arrives from publisher Reach. Jim Mullen has been appointed group chief executive for The Jockey...
bloodhorse.com
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Host Puppets: Bringing Story time Magic to Life
Do you ever use a host puppet in story time ? I added this practice to my repertoire when I joined my current library. Previously, story...
ala.org
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The Mordant Observations of a Legendary Muse
Caroline Blackwood inspired paintings by Lucian Freud and poetry by Robert Lowell. Her own work has been unjustly forgotten. In the room devoted to the...
newyorker.com
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Blackmagic Design releases FREE beginner’s guide book to DaVinci Resolve 19
Blackmagic Design has released The Beginner’s Guide to DaVinci Resolve 19, a free, step-by-step training guide aimed at both new and experienced users...
digitalcameraworld.com
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The Power of Language by Viorica Marian review – the virtues of multilingualism
An eloquent but relentless attempt to prove the superiority of polyglots fails to convince...
theguardian.com
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Killing Thatcher by Rory Carroll review – death in Brighton
The gripping inside story of the 1984 Brighton bombing, its victims, and its unintended consequences...
theguardian.com
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Alice Oseman reveals plans for sixth volume of Heartstopper graphic novels
Forthcoming fifth volume of the hit series was planned to be the last but writer says a sixth book will give characters ‘their final moment...
theguardian.com
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Cover Launch: THE ISLE IN THE SILVER SEA by Tasha Suri
Take your first look at the cover for The Isle in the Silver Sea (US | UK) by Tasha Suri, the new epic romantasy coming October 2025!...
hachettebookgroup.com
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Dire wolves brought back: See photos of Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi
usatoday.com
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43 Years Later, An Infamous Director is Adapting a Forgotten George R.R. Martin Story
Could this be the start of a new franchise? It’s been half a decade since Game of Thrones came to an end, but a...
inverse.com
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Top 10 books about being poor in America
From John Steinbeck to Tommy Orange, it’s an old story that keeps on going, in one of the wealthiest countries on Earth. These books...
theguardian.com
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In Search of Gielgud: A Biographer's Tale by Jonathan Croall – review
Obstructions, threats and revenge – Simon Callow on the farcical race to publish the definitive life of Gielgud...
theguardian.com
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Janhvi Kapoor's LFW 2025 Walk Leaves Internet Unimpressed: They Notice Double Sided Tape Peeking Out
bollywoodshaadis.com
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Adapting The Magician's Nephew first will make problems for Netflix
Netflix is making a series of movies based on The Chronicles of Narnia, but it doesn't look like they're starting with The Lion, The Witch...
winteriscoming.net
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12 of the Best Romantasy Series to Capture Your Imagination
The best romantasy series captures the imagination. The fantastical romance and world-building come together to create an evocative story you cannot...
bookriot.com
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The Best Minds by Jonathan Rosen review – when hope fails
A remarkable meditation on friendship, success, madness and violence that refuses to oversimplify...
theguardian.com
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Book Review: 'John & Paul' explores complex ties between Lennon and McCartney
yakimaherald.com
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Campbell County Public Library’s April 11 Signature Series to feature best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews
New York time s bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews will speak at the Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch of the Campbell County Public Library as part...
nkytribune.com
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Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light Is Historical Fiction At Its Finest
It’s been 10 years since the first season of Wolf Hall charted Thomas Cromwell’s rise in Henry VIII’s court as our scrappy son-of-a-blacksmith...
pastemagazine.com
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35 Classic American Boy Names that Are Full of Character
When it comes to naming traditions, there’s something undeniably appealing about classic American boy names. They carry a sense of history, charm,...
thrivinginparenting.com
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The Science of Storytelling: How Fiction Shapes the Mind
Fiction strengthens empathy, social skills, and how we understand others. Every time I pick up a novel, I am struck by the remarkable cognitive and...
psychologytoday.com
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Gillett library has cure for winter ‘Blues’
Gillett Public Library hosted a Bluey party on March 27 with a variety of Bluey-themed activities and snacks. “Bluey” is a popular children’s cartoon...
newmedia-wi.com
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Apocalyptic road trip story wins the Waterstones children’s book prize
The Cats We Meet Along the Way by Nadia Mikail – about a family’s trip across Malaysia during the impending end of the world – wins...
theguardian.com
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The Case of the Erotica Author Arrested in Australia
Her novel is disturbing in the extreme, but it would certainly qualify as protected speech under the First Amendment in the U.S. Lauren...
nationalreview.com
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5 cozy books to read this December
When you make a purchase using links on our site, The Week may earn a commission. All reviews are written independently by our editorial...
theweek.com
@ 30+ days ago
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books / cool stuff
20 Books Every Man Should Read, According to Our Editors | Man of Many
The written word has a lot to answer for. From the moment Johannes Gutenberg introduced his marvellous printing press invention to the world way back...
manofmany.com
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