‘The Dilemmas of Working Women’ review: The inner struggles of women in Japan explored
Japan is infamous for its gender inequality. Few women occupy positions of political and corporate leadership. They overwhelmingly…
From Stephen King to New Jersey diners, History Press books cover local lore around the US
NEW YORK — With deep knowledge of Stephen King’s books and curiosity about their inspirations, writer Sharon Kitchens…
Beloved children’s author Allan Ahlberg dies at 87
LONDON — British writer Allan Ahlberg, author of more than 150 children’s books including classics like “Eat Peach…
The 10 most beautiful libraries in the world
Some libraries aren’t just places to borrow books — they’re destinations with deep history and architecture that tell…
A NASA-funded study that hinted at a bizarre life form in Mono Lake has been retracted
NEW YORK (AP) — A microscopic discovery in a California lake sparked buzz and controversy more than a…
The story of Friends to Lovers, the DC area’s first romance bookstore – NBC4 Washington
For Jamie Fortin, the owner and founder of Friends to Lovers bookstore in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, the…
Book Review: Madeline Potter’s ‘The Roma’ blends memoir and research to look at a marginalized group | Associated Press
“The Roma: A Travelling History” is a fascinating look at a marginalized and misunderstood group of people who…
Hungary’s oldest library is fighting to save 100,000 books from a beetle infestation
PANNONHALMA, Hungary — Tens of thousands of centuries-old books are being pulled from the shelves of a medieval…
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…
Free literacy screening in Fort Worth – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
This summer, Fort Worth City leaders launched “Literacy Round Up.” It’s a direct effort to fulfill a promise…