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LGBTQ+ rights group sues over Iowa law banning school library books, gender identity discussion
Several families are suing to stop Iowa’s new law that bans books from school libraries, forbids teachers from raising LGBTQ+ issues and forces educators in some cases to out the gender identity of students to their parents.The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa and Lambda Legal announced the federal lawsuit Tuesday, saying the law passed…
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Florida author Tim Dorsey dies at 62
Tim Dorsey, author of 26 popular novels about a unique Florida Man named Serge Storms, has died at age 62. Dorsey, who had recently had health problems, died at his home in Islamorada. Randy Wayne White, a friend and fellow Florida author (of the Doc Ford novels and other books), said by phone Tuesday, “When…
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5 Indy bookstores for finding cozy winter reads
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — As the temperatures dip and winter beckons, there’s nothing quite as comforting as snuggling up with a good book. In Indianapolis, a range of locally owned bookstores offers cozy nooks and an array of new and used books to explore. Here are five bookish havens that promise a delightful winter reading experience:…
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Best Richardson African Diaspora Literature & Culture Museum: Honoring Our History for Many Generations to Come – Free Press of Jacksonville
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‘Dracula’ in your inbox: Newsletters for reading the classics
Since the beginning of May, 33-year-old Rafa Baena’s inbox has included an email with the subject line “Dracula Daily: [date email received].” Inside, he finds an extract of Bram Stoker’s original text, which corresponds to that day in the novel. Dracula is an epistolary work, made up of letters, diary entries and newspaper clippings, all…
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A Guide to Every Book Based off of Harry Styles: ‘After,’ More
Harry Styles isn’t just a Grammy-winning singer and global heartthrob, but he’s also a literary inspiration! No, seriously, the former One Direction member has not one, but several books based off of him. Keep reading to uncover them all. We can’t *not* start with the After series, as it’s probably the most well known book-turned-film…
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Reading Mumbai
New Zealand author and literature award winner Pip Adam recently travelled to Mumbai for the Tata Literature Live! festival, the city’s largest international literature festival. From book launches to panel discussions and poetry readings, Mumbai became a buzz of literary activity in late October with the festival. Here, Pip Adam reflects on her time in the…
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Here are some literary organizations you can support this #GivingTuesday.
November 28, 2023, 12:47pm The sales are over (mostly), the pie has been eaten (mostly), the gratitude has been felt (mostly), and we’re back to work (er, completely, boss!) It’s time for Giving Tuesday, so why not consider donating a few dollars to these worthy literary organizations? Book Industry Charitable Foundation (BINC) BINC’s mission is…
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Author Jesmyn Ward Shares Her Favorite Southern Stories
These stories, set in rural Georgia, are rich with atmosphere, vivid imagery, and sensory detail: A conjurer commands the water and communes with spirit, a merciless mother chooses a man over her children, fierce women offer love as sharp as their barbs. Bradley’s South is strikingly familiar to me. I recognize the red earth, the…
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Doing Good: LitCon Mobile – Connecting people through books
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – LitCon Mobile is set to take place on December 2 at Bishop State College, promising an incredible experience celebrating literature, creativity, and shared knowledge. Attendees will have the chance to engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore various literary topics, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. The event offers a unique opportunity to discover…