Tag Archives: york times

Alumna adds POW! at Comic Book Pride for Women’s History Month

Marguerite Bennett promises to say as much or as little as a crowd at the University of Mary Washington wants to hear tomorrow night. Los Angeles-based comic book writer Marguerite Bennett ’10 – widely published in DC, Marvel and more – is known for her portrayal of female relationships. She …

Read More »

Nikole Hannah-Jones headlines the free literary festival bringing together the best-selling authors at SMU this month

Southern Methodist University will bring about 100 popular authors to Dallas for the return of its literary festival this month. Dallas Literary Festival headlines Nikole Hannah Jonesauthor of The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story. Jones closes the festival at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22. The theme of the …

Read More »

Leonard Kessler, author of colorful children’s books, dies at 101

Mr. Kessler often found inspiration in everyday life. A little boy’s feelings of hunger on a trip to the supermarket, for example, are amplified in “Crunch Crunch” (1955), the sequel to “Plink Plink”, a book about the feeling of thirst. He once told an interviewer that he crawled on the …

Read More »

Author and pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber is Tuesday’s guest speaker at the Point Loma Writer’s Symposium

Point Loma Nazarene University’s Seaside Writers’ Symposium returns as an in-person festival beginning Tuesday, February 22, featuring an interview with author and Lutheran minister Nadia Bolz-Weber. Known for her bold approach to religion and radical honesty, Bolz-Weber is the founder of the House for All Sinners and Saints congregation in …

Read More »

Ricky Powell: ‘Famous Bum’ who once chronicled the downtown New York art scene

In 1985, in Greenwich Village, superstar artist Jean-Michel Basquiat pulls up in front of a Frōzade (frozen lemonade) cart. The cart guy, who would add a shot of rum for an extra dollar, said, “Yo, what’s up, Jean,” pronouncing it “Gene.” When Basquiat rolled his eyes and corrected him – …

Read More »

Roundup: Authors from Quad-City and the Midwest to put on your reading list | Fun and Entertainment

“The Midwest Survival Guide” by Charlie Berens: Although Charlie Berens did not grow up locally, he learns about many habits practiced in the Quad-Cities and throughout the Midwest in “The Midwest Survival Guide”. In Berens’ New York Times bestseller, the comedian and Wisconsin native offers tips and tricks for those …

Read More »

Twinkle Khanna Picks His Stars: A Playlist Compiled By The Author

Are you bored at home this winter and want to stay in bed all day? Twinkle Khanna, actor turned author, curated the perfect list of books to read. She shared the recommendations as part of a fun Instagram reel on her Tweak India platform. Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and …

Read More »

How Richard Paul Evans’ ‘The Christmas Box’ Helps Children

His novels, over 40 of them, have sold over 35 million copies and have been translated into 24 languages. The predominant theme is Christmas, dating back to his first book, “The Christmas Box”, a self-published (early) bestseller that launched the unlikely career of an author whom The New York Times …

Read More »

Joanna Rakoff, OC ’94, journalist and author – The Oberlin Review

I didn’t listen to them, of course, and enrolled in an MA in Literature program at University College London. I had taken the Oberlin-in-London program and chose this master’s program largely because I wanted to come back to London. While in the program, I started to realize that I didn’t …

Read More »

3 YA graphic novels that shine a light on the timelessness of teenage themes this fall

It’s obvious that 2021 has been a banner year for high school graphic novels. Among the flood of titles competing for the eyes of the youth, however, a few stand out this fall for their unorthodox stories, skillful illustrations and powerful themes. Although their parameters vary – from a post-industrial …

Read More »

Famous Author To Talk About Having Family Members Addicted To Opioids

As the country grapples with an epidemic of opioid addiction-related deaths, families and especially children of drug addicts are suffering their own hell. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, award-winning author of the graphic novel for young readers “Hey, Kiddo”, knows what it’s like to live with a parent’s addiction. The Hampshire HOPE …

Read More »

Noah Gordon, 95, dies; American novelist with audiences abroad

Noah Gordon, an American author who was virtually unknown at home but whose novels on Jewish history, medicine and identity turned him into a literary luminary abroad, died Monday at his home in Dedham, Mass. He was 95 years old. His death was confirmed by his wife, Lorraine Gordon. Mr. …

Read More »

Nationwide Author Steve Sheinkin Fallout Tour & Breakdown Workshop

Presented by: Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group and School Library JournalDate and time of the event: Tuesday, December 14, 2021 | 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. PT Calling all classes and libraries! Join the bestselling and award-winning author Steve sheinkin for a conversation on …

Read More »

Add surprise to your reading life

Recently I was trying to rearrange my books – well, that’s a lie, I was trying to ORGANIZE my books, which had never been organized – and found a copy of “Washington Square”, by Henry James. It’s a very small novel, “a slip of the tongue”, and was originally serialized, …

Read More »

Women lead the barbecue scene in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES – The most stereotypical male role in the food industry is that of pit boss. But in Los Angeles, more and more women are leaning into this role and breaking the mold. Two female pit masters in particular are not only changing the stereotype, but also infusing their …

Read More »

Katy ISD’s parents disagree over author’s visit

Critical Race Theory Pits Parents Against Each Other at Katy ISD Parents of Katy ISD students disagree on critical race theory. Hundreds have signed a petition to quash an author’s appearance, while hundreds more say they want him to return. KATY, Texas – Katy ISD canceled an author’s virtual event …

Read More »

NW Authors Series Presents Writer Karen Thompson Walker | Community

The October presentation of the Cannon Beach Library NW Authors‘ Series will feature writer Karen Thompson Walker. Join the library at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, as Walker discusses his popular genre-changing novels. Part dystopian fiction, part science fiction and part psychological thriller, his works have been hailed as …

Read More »

Is this a sign that Hollywood is embracing NFTs?

Bored Ape Yatch Club NFT: Jenkins the Jack Jenkins the valet As if 2021 couldn’t get crazier in the Metaverse or the Classic Universe, Jenkins the valet, a non-fungible token (NFT) avatar on the Ethereum blockchain, valet and keeper of secrecy, has signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for representation …

Read More »

The Quiet Part Aloud – The Ukiah Daily Journal

The esteemed New York Times reporter Adam Liptak, who covers the Supreme Court, recently wrote an article suggesting that the court may soon decide to review one of its most venerable precedents – one that involved The Times itself. This decision is New York Times v. Sullivan, 1964, which offers …

Read More »

Famous Authors Hosts at Martha’s Vineyard Book Festival Live

They call the guest list of the Martha’s Vineyard Book Festival summer series author “Olympics” because the lineup is so impressive: 22 winners (including Nobel Prize and Pulitzer), bestsellers, celebrities, politicians and more. The series is set up in two locations, both outside: the grounds of the Martha’s Vineyard Museum …

Read More »

The Lubeznik Center will present 2 other authors via Zoom on July 15th

The Lubeznik Center for the Arts’ “Once Upon a Thursday: Author Readings” will continue via Zoom on July 15, with readings by Rick H. Jones and Paul Marshall. The readings will be presented from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. To register and see the readings, click on this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/once-upon-a-thursday-authors-reading-on-zoom-tickets-156961210205 …

Read More »

Media coverage of tragic condo collapse near Miami

Gruesome story Thursday as a high-rise condominium in Surfside, Florida (near Miami) partially collapsed. The first reports indicated that at least one person had died. It is feared that this number will rise dramatically. Researchers were digging through the rubble to try to find nearly 100 people missing several hours …

Read More »

Beyond digital feminism | by Jill Filipovic

On June 16, we released “How US Abortion Politics Distorts Women’s Lives in Conflict Zones,” a detailed report by Jill Filipovic, with photographs by Nichole Sobecki, on how the United States, as a major donor to aid to the world, harm humanitarian groups. ability to provide reproductive health care to …

Read More »

How Memes Become Money – The Atlantic

In 2011, when Twitter was young, artist and musician Leon Chang made a joke which you might remember even if you haven’t seen it: “I slept in a children’s home once in third grade. saw him pour milk first into a bowl, then cereal. never spoke to him again. he’s …

Read More »

Grisham’s novel and non-fiction essays are bestsellers

1. Sooley by John Grisham. Samuel Sooleymon receives a basketball scholarship in North Carolina and decides to bring his family from South Sudan ravaged by civil war. 2. The last thing he said to me by Laura Dave. Hannah Hall uncovers truths about her missing husband and connections to her …

Read More »

Western writers to visit Lake County | Free content

The combined efforts of several Arkansas Valley groups will result in a visit by acclaimed Western author Chris Enss to mountain communities in Colorado from June 11-12. Enss is a New York Times bestselling author who has written about women of the Old West for over 20 years. She has …

Read More »

Author EK Johnston on his latest novel ‘Aetherbound’

Guest post written by author EK JohnstonEK Johnston is # 1 New York Times best-selling author of several YA novels, including finalist for the LA Time Book Prize Owen’s story and Star Wars: Ahsoka. His novel Thousand nights was shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award. The New York Times called …

Read More »

MAY COBB – THE HUNTING WIVES: A novel

Author: May Cobb Book: THE HUNTING WIVES: A Novel Editing: Berkley (May 18, 2021) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/May_Cobb_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the publisher): “[A] well-watched thriller. “- Pop Sugar “Sensational, salacious and totally unpredictable … You will devour it.” – Riley Sager, New York Times bestselling author of Home before dark Hunting Wives share …

Read More »

Book recommendations as gifts for mom for Mother’s Day

Annie Metcalf of Magers and Quinn stopped by KARE 11 on Saturday with reading recommendations for mom. MINNEAPOLIS – Whether she only has a few precious minutes to read a week or dedicates time each day devouring the latest bestseller, books make a great gift for mom for Mother’s Day. …

Read More »

Trump Organization CFO banking records subpoenaed

Dive brief: As part of the investigation into former President Donald Trump and the finances of the Trump Organization, New York State prosecutors have subpoenaed the banking records of Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg, The New York Times reported wednesday. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, headed by Cyrus Vance, Jr., …

Read More »