Books, Arts, and Culture

On average, there are only 421 new fiction translations published each year in the United States, according to the recent Vulture article by Chad Post called...

Kicking back with a story about murder, a couple of cookies, and a cup of tea is a rather odd indulgence. But luckily for me, it’s...

I’ve had to think about everything I spend money on these days, because I lost my full-time job last summer. I question if I can make...

What’s better than a new book? Finding out about a new book from one of your favorite authors! I’ll admit I’m a habitual peruser of Goodreads...

Alas, another epic series draws to a close this month. Stephanie Garber concluded her Caraval trilogy with the release of Finale, and as anyone who loves...

With more than 25 years of experience working with LGBTQ clients and 15 years visiting and speaking at local elementary, middle, and high schools to talk...

In 2016, Shirley Jackson’s grandson Mile Hyman created a graphic novel for Jackson’s renowned short story “The Lottery.” Its ending is still shocking to read, and to...

There are always plenty of articles about Ramadan, but hardly any about Eid. Muslims do fast and pray a lot, but we know how to party,...

Move over, Met Gala, the Nebula Awards served up some serious looks this year. The 2018 Nebula Awards Ceremony was held Saturday, May 18, in Los...

This round-up of stories about family legacies is sponsored by Flatiron Books A lifetime of secrets. A history untold. No. It is a simple word, uttered...