First Person Singular: Stories By Haruki Murakami Alfred A. Knopf, 2021. 245 pages. Fiction. A riveting new collection of short stories from the beloved, internationally accla… Read More
Introduction to the Power of Reading
Reading is not merely a pastime; it’s a profound cognitive exercise that can profoundly impact our lives. The act of reading engages our brains… Read More
Table of Contents
Introduction
Early Life and Childhood of Barack Obama
Barack Obama’s Education and Academic Achievements
Lesser-Known Facts about Barack Obama’s Political Care… Read More
3 June in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 3 June is the birth anniversary of Balkrishna Bhatt, G. Sankara Kurup, Muthuvel Karunanidhi, S… Read More
GOODBYE APRIL! Hello readers!April was another month full of outdoor adventures, gardening, and swimming but I fit in 20 books! What I read in April:FICTION READSGregor and the Pro… Read More
GOODBYE MARCH! Hello readers!It's Spring! I took full advantage of the lovely weather and spent a lot of time outdoors this month, which meant more adventures but fewer books read… Read More
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Retirement is a significant milestone that opens the door to new opportunities and adventures. As people step into this exciting phase of life, they often explore various act… Read More
This is a longer celebration of the life of Mary Frances Giltz. If you'd like to read her obituary, go to Mary Frances Giltz – 1929-2024MARY FRANCES GILTZ – HER STORYMary Frances… Read More
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Serj Tankian, lead singer and lyricist for the Grammy Award-winning rock band SYSTEM OF A DOWN, has released his new single and video “A.F. Day” via Gibson Records. The track, w… Read More
Meeting Mary McManus at the Boston Run Show was an encounter I’ll never forget. After attending my presentation, Mary, a spirited and inspiring figure, approached me to share her remar… Read More
Gone are the days when aspiring authors had to navigate the traditional publishing route, facing numerous rejections and long wait times. With the rise o… Read More
Welcome May and Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! In honor of the occasion, we are featuring the following recent and acclaimed fiction and nonfic… Read More
ALSO AMONG BEST OF BEST: History prize winner Jacqueline Jones ("No Right to an Honest Living”) wondered how Black people were treated in Boston at a time when the city was a center of… Read More
This book definitely provided a learning experience,
especially with regard to the origins and beliefs of Rastafari. I did not previously know that the Rasta
revered Haile Selassie, th… Read More
Meena Alexander was a remarkable poet, scholar, and novelist who left an indelible mark on the literary world. Born in Allahabad, India, in 1951, Alexander’s life was characterized by… Read More
By Marietta CalvanicoIt seemed I always walked in just as he was squeezing his coffee sock. I don’t feel like explaining what that means; it’s enough to say that the inmat… Read More
Whether it’s a real location or fictional, reading can transport you anywhere you could possibly want to go. Recently a new form of travel has emerged where readers explore the real wo… Read More
We’re excited to welcome Eileen Garvin to the blog. Today, we’ll be talking about her latest release CROW TALK. First, tell our readers a bit about yourself. Where you&rsqu… Read More
A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self. In his captivating memoir, “And Then We Rise,” the talented artist Common fearlessly shares his transformative journey, inviting reader… Read More
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power present the Chatsworth Nature Preserve Earth Day Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27. In the file photo: Miguel Luna and his children Olivia… Read More
WILMINGTON, NC, April 25, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Earl Vincent de Berge's bestselling memoir, 'A Finger of Land on An Old Man's Hand,' offers a riveting account of his 1962-64 odyssey thr… Read More
'A Finger of Land' by Earl Vincent de Berge is not just a memoir; it is instead a profound exploration that unravels the depths of self-discovery and the intricate tapestry of human connecti… Read More
Raising the Dead is the journey of a naive young woman who grows to maturity through the love and mentoring of friends, both living and dead. Title: Raising t… Read More
Published by Hay House in February 2024, Maun – A meeting with Silence is a hybrid memoir, which intertwines a contemporary Indian woman’s spiritual evolution with the material c… Read More
Travel books are more than mere guides; they are portals to the world’s soul, offering intimate glimpses into the lives, cultures, and landscapes far beyond our reach. From the philoso… Read More
Published on April 15th, 2024Introducing the cream of the crop in anime cinema, curated from Rotten Tomatoes’s prestigious TOMATOMETER list of the 100 Best Anime Movies of All Time.
Th… Read More
In this powerful, digressive book, the award-winning writer and poet considers basketball’s greats, the struggles of Black men and the ‘emotional politics of place’
The lit… Read More
Courtney Love’s Women (6 Music) | BBC SoundsKicking Back With the Cardiffians | BBC SoundsThe Belgrano Diary | London Review of BooksWord in Your Ear | Acast
Sometimes it feels like w… Read More
Orange County writer Yoon Choi was named one of 10 winners of the 2024 Whiting Awards on Wednesday, a prize that recognizes emerging writers and comes with a $50,000 check.
Choi, who lives i… Read More
It’s finally spring, which comes as a relief to those who have been looking forward to stowing away their sweaters and gloves — and to book lovers as well, who know that publishe… Read More
“A poem begins as a lump in the throat, a sense of wrong, a homesickness, a lovesickness.”― Robert Frost
Welcome to National Poetry Month! April is rich with inspirati… Read More
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Introduction
Frank Turner is an English singer and songwriter whose music I have loved for years. His songs are wild and varied, sometimes sad and sometimes happy but… Read More
It's not easy to be playful when we're all so caught up in the stresses of everyday life as well as all of the serious problems in the world. Still, anyone can make more time for laughter, g… Read More
An Intuitive Path to Greater Creativity. Discover the transformative power of “Living the Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron, a visionary guide that empowers you to ignite your… Read More
Teachers and librarians teamed up recently to offer new experiences in an effort to instill a love of reading in young adults. Debuting with great success were the Ever-Read YA Literary Fest… Read More
Happy Face Hill in Simi Valley seen on Monday, March 18, 2024. Happy Face Hill can be seen traveling west on the 118 Freeway near the Kuehner Drive exit. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angele… Read More
It’s undeniable—poetry is a powerful tool in the classroom.
Poetry can be both a window into the reality of others and a mirror into students’ own lives. Through poetry, th… Read More
Great new books get published every day. Just take our own little corner of the world: It’s almost impossible to capture the breadth and scope of Southern California’s literary s… Read More
Embracing Romance: 20 Unique Authors and Their Must-Read Works. Dive into a world of enchanting love stories with our curated list of top romantic authors and their must-read books. Explore… Read More
Exploring the haunts and homes of Ernest Hemingway captures the essence of a literary journey that extends beyond mere tourism. As we trace the sidewalks of Paris to the seductive allure of… Read More
Visitors crowd in to see the tulips at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge on Thursday, March 21, 2024. The tulips are now at their peak at the gardens. Descanso Gardens is open daily… Read More
As part of The Drum’s Entertainment Focus, we sit down with the iconic performance poet in Hollywood as he reflects on his ascent to stardom. We also hear from advertisi… Read More
Celebrating Greatness: A Famous Birthday List for March 26th
Every day, history is made, and lives are celebrated. March 26th is no exception, as it marks the birth of numerous individual… Read More
Mahadevi Varma (26 March 1907 – 11 September 1987) was an Indian writer, activist, and leading poet of the Chhayavad movement in Hindi literature.
Early Life
Mahadevi Varma was born on… Read More
Lorrie Moore won the prize for fiction on Thursday, while Judy Blume and her longtime ally in the fight against book bans, the American Library Association, were given honorary prizes by the… Read More
24 March in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 24 March is the birth anniversary of Satyendra Prasanno Sinha, Haribhau Upadhyay, and Galla… Read More
Patricia Ward Kelly met Gene Kelly in 1985 when she was writing for a television special on the Smithsonian Museum which he happened to be hosting.
„I did not know who Gene Kelly… Read More
As we age, staying active and engaged is essential for maintaining physical health, cognitive function, and overall well-being. However, for many older adults, mobility challenges, health co… Read More
As the credits have rolled on the Queen Latifah-hosted 55th annual NAACP Image Awards, which aired Saturday (February 25) on BET, eyes are turning to the event’s truest star: it… Read More
The AutHer Awards 2024 unveiled its Shortlists, spotlighting exceptional female talents across Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children’s Literature, and Debut categories. The esteemed Times of… Read More