In neighborhoods across the globe — yes, even in Antarctica — it is not uncommon to find a Little Free Library, or a ...

Acclaimed authors and readers of all ages are gathering in Waterloo for an event on Saturday, but it’s not a new book ...

To celebrate Black History Month this year ... It’s one of the best books I have ever read.” And for a more recent read, Northampton reader Mike B. suggested “James” by Percival Everett ...

Waterloo schools, a minority-majority district, declined to participate in the African American Read-In. The 1619 Freedom ...

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By Victor LaValle A new book by Steve Oney traces the public radio network’s turbulent history as it once again becomes a political target.

Elsie Silver is fabulous at doing just that. She makes her characters feel so real that you never want to leave their fictional small towns. Elsie burst onto the scene four years ago with her Gold ...

Works from an environmental activist, a legal scholar, a renowned historian, and a debut novelist provide a range of paths to learning about Black History ... after reading these books, you ...

History is more than a collection of facts; it also involves reading against the grain ... One of Berlin’s most popular works, the book echoes a famous Greek line: “A fox knows many things ...

Romance and relationships are universal themes, but for those living in Illinois, the state’s unique history, culture, and ...

With the dawn of Black History Month comes deep ... quite a few paperbacks (or Audible books, if you prefer listening rather than flipping) to add to your reading list. Sign up for an Audible ...

Reading fiction with your child builds connections and relationships, and increases empathy and understanding.