This N.L. author is going ‘all in’ on publishing her own books
Ida Linehan Young says publishing her own books means she can publish what she wants, on her own…
Book excerpt: ‘Sing, Dance, and Lead’ by Hindol Sengupta
Book excerpt: ‘Sing, Dance, and Lead’ by Hindol Sengupta Prof. Dr. Hindol Sengupta is a celebrated historian, journalist,…
How lethal toxic pigments used in books for millennia created images to die for
A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. But who knew that books could kill? That is the premise…
Where authors gossip, geek out and let off steam: 15 of the best literary Substacks | Books
A peculiar aspect of the dawning of the digital age is that it has, in some respects, returned…
Proto is a tale out of linguistics, archaeology and genetics
Everything that is invented or discovered, needs a name. Otherwise what will people call it? And as people…
How lethal toxic pigments used in books for millennia created images to die for
A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. But who knew that books could kill? That is the premise…
My cultural awakening: I joined Danny Wallace’s accidental positivity cult – and found the love of my life | Culture
The spring after my A-levels was not going the way I planned. I was 19, hadn’t got the required grades for…
Little libraries, huge impacts: How Haywood folks are spreading books across the county | News
“The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” That’s a quote…
Q & A: Mezzo-Soprano Indyana Schneider on Her Second Novel: Since the World is Ending
The first draft didn’t work. Australian mezzo-soprano and novelist Indyana Schneider says that plainly, without flinching. By the…
Top 5 books for children under eight, chosen by Truly Johnston
The Shell Keepers by Truly Johnston (OK, yes, it’s mine – but it’s a goody!) With themes of heritage,…
Beloved memoir ‘The Salt Path’ is mired in controversy
LONDON (AP) — “The Salt Path” is a memoir of resilience and courage that captured the hearts of…
Where to start with: Elizabeth Strout | Books
American author Elizabeth Strout has captured millions of readers’ imaginations with her small-town stories of ordinary people with…