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The ‘Book Review’ Podcast Turns 20
From Oprah to romantasy, we look back at two decades of hit books and literary trends. ...
NCERT printing Class 9 books on war-footing; supply being normalised: Officials
NCERT printing Class 9 books on war-footing; supply being normalised: Officials | Education News ...
How West Valley sprinter Lauren Matthew is leaving past frustrations behind in her race for gold in 2026
The final results from the 2025 and 2024 Washington state high school track and field results don’t list Lauren Matthew as an individual champion. Even the color of the medals she has for finishing runner-up in the 2A 400-meter final the last two years don’t
Miss Manners: Repeat after me: The host pays, not the guests
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a person of a certain age. I enjoy the company of others, but I move quite slowly. I gladly receive guests for afternoon tea, as my housekeeper is amenable to serving. Occasionally I wish to entertain a small group at a fine restaurant
Homebound by Portia Elan review – a Cloud Atlas-like puzzle-box novel
From 1980s Cincinnati into the interstellar darkness, the stories of four women interconnect across the centuries in a gentle hymn to found families
The best recent poetry – review roundup
Yiewsley by Daljit Nagra; Mer de Glace by Małgorzata Lebda; The Intentions of Thunder by Patricia Smith; Cherry Blossom at Nightbreak by Rishi Dastidar; Dark Night by St John of the Cross, translated by Martha Sprackland
Five books we can\u2019t wait to read in May
How big are the books of May? So big
5 new comics to read in May, including Absolute Green Arrow
Welcome to The A.V. Club’s monthly comics preview, where we recommend new books to check out over the next few weeks. This month, we’ve got five noteworthy picks, including a romance about a librarian falling for the devil, a middle-grade graphic novel
Katie Kitamura: ‘Almost every writer changes my mind – that’s the point of reading’
The American author on the magic of Yasunari Kawabata, the hidden layers of Henry James and coming late to the genius of Muriel Spark
A bucolic county in upstate New York appointed a poet laureate. Why was she fired ...
Esther Cohen was removed as Greene county’s poet laureate just weeks after the appointment. It’s ‘emblematic of the assault on the arts writ large’, some say
Rethink your local library - they provide more than books: Alyssa Ruben
With the weather warming and summer vacations on the horizon, it is time for more outdoor activities and shared experiences using oversized yard games, metal detectors, projectors, sports equipment, and specialized kitchen tools. ...
Excerpt: On the Buddha’s Trail in Bangladesh by Sunita Dwivedi
In this extract from a
10 books to read in May, featuring the latest from David Sedaris, Kathryn Stockett and more
Even if you have a big stack of new titles acquired at the recent L.A. Times Festival of Books, you’ll want to fill your beach totes for Memorial Day weekend later this month. New book releases include a story of new life in old age, the highly anticipated
Book Review: ‘Chernobyl, Life, and Other Disasters,’ by Yevgenia Nayberg
Eleven-year-old Genya plays the pretending game as she crams for an art school entrance exam in Chernobyl’s wake. ...
Our Favorite Books for a Mother’s Day Gift
Need a Mother’s Day gift? Try one of these recent releases. ...
Gerry Conway, a Creator of the Punisher in Spider-Man Comics, Dies at 73
The brutal assassin’s skull logo later took on new life as a political symbol. Mr. Conway was also responsible for the death of Gwen Stacy, Peter Parker’s love interest. ...
Two books that will make for great Mother’s Day gifts
Shari Stauch reviews “The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present” and “The Last Letters of Sally and Walter” by Cammie McGovern. ...
Jan Brierton: ‘Dublin is a small town with a big-town attitude. I didn’t always love it’
I grew up in Tallaght, in Kilnamanagh with my mam, dad and brother Alan. We had a dog called Shalako and I have the fondest memories of that dog. I don’t even think Shalako had a lead. She’d come everywhere with us, and she looked a bit like the dog from
This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly
Here are the bestsellers for the week that
Book Launch Spotlight: Dr. Dorothy Borders Offers Media Interviews on How Life’s Dead Ends Can ...
Chicago, IL - May 1, 2026 - Dr. Dorothy Borders, author of the newly released book The Dead End, is available for interviews to discuss the transformative power of life’s setbacks and how they can lead to new beginnings. In her book, Dr. Borders shares
Spokane Indians pitchers walk in three runs in eighth, lose 7-5 in Eugene
EUGENE, Ore. — The Spokane Indians walked six batters in the bottom of the eighth, forcing in three runs, and the Eugene Emeralds won 7-5 in the second of a six-game High-A Northwest League series at PK Park on Thursday. Last-place Spokane (8-15) has lost
A river runs through it: The local history, legend and language of our seas and inland waterways
Ireland’s rivers and canals run through history, language and literature with a powerful pull on our collective imagination, and while they are corridors of wildlife, they have also been under siege by raging torrents. Rivers have always lured writers, and one
Who is Sanchita Basu De Sarkar\u2014the British-Indian bookseller judging the Children’s Booker Prize
British-Indian
Reflections by Stephen Kaufman, M.D.: A Wide-Ranging Collection of Short Stories, Medical Essays, and Personal ...
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - April 30, 2026 - Physician-author Stephen Kaufman, M.D. announces the forthcoming release of Reflections, a distinctive compilation that brings together his writing from 1963 to 2025, curated into a single volume that moves fluidly across
Book Signing of “Bertha The Ordinary Chicken” at the Los Angeles Festival of Books 2026 ...
An inspiring children’s story about uniqueness, courage, and acceptance was highlighted during a literary event held on April 18, 2026. recently held a successful book signing featuring author Danna Southwell at the Los Angeles Festival of Books 2026 on April
Interview | Author Sian Hughes on exploring the idea of the invisible middle-aged woman
An abrasive heroine navigating trauma and survival is at the centre of Hughes’ new novel No Such Thing as Monday ...
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for May 1–7
This week, we feature a country singer’s nostalgic memoir on growing up in 1950s Texas and a revelatory look
Curious Canine Captivates Kids in New Fall Classic
Author's Tranquility Press unveils "Digger Visits The Pumpkin Patch," a timeless tale of a dog's autumnal misadventure that families will treasure for seasons to come. MARIETTA, GA - In a publishing landscape hungry for genuine charm, Author's Tranquility
“Single Handed” by Joseph M. Kress Delivers a Gripping Inside Look at America’s Drug Crisis
A powerful and eye-opening new memoir, Single Handed by Joseph M. Kress, is set to challenge perceptions and ignite critical conversations about the ongoing drug crisis in the United States. Drawing from decades of firsthand experience in law enforcement,
A Heartwarming Tale of Kindness and Magic by Kimberlee Knepp Inspires Readers of All Ages
Acclaimed storyteller Kimberlee Knepp brings to life a touching and imaginative tale that celebrates compassion, resilience, and the quiet power of generosity. Her latest story, centered on a young mother in a struggling village, offers a timeless message that