The Mind of Conservatism
“American Conservatism,” a collection of pieces edited by Andrew J. Bacevich, demonstrates the wide range of conservative thought in America.
‘August,’ by Callan Wink: An Excerpt
An excerpt from “August,” by Callan Wink
Jonathan Karl's Memoir Shows That Everyone Is 'Front Row At The Trump Show'
The ABC White House correspondent avoids bravado and knows better than to let insiders use his book to sound off about their enemies. But the obviousness of his account reveals an alarming truth.
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‘Sharks in the Time of Saviors,’ by Kawai Strong Washburn: An Excerpt
An excerpt from “Sharks in the Time of Saviors,” by Kawai Strong Washburn
With The 'I Am' Books, You Are A Hero Too
Our kids' books columnist Juanita Giles reports that, stuck at home with her family, she's turned to the I am series, by Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos, for stories about relatable heroes.
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What Wins in the Heartland, Machismo or Intellect?
Callan Wink’s debut novel, “August,” pits brains against brawn in an America far from the literary world.
A Mexican Novel Conjures a Violent World Tinged With Beauty
“Hurricane Season,” by Fernanda Melchor, imagines Mexico’s scourge of violence against women in language that is fierce, profane and marvelously inventive.
Martin, Malcolm and the Fight for Equality
Peniel E. Joseph’s “The Sword and the Shield” shows that Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X had more in common than is generally believed.
New & Noteworthy Poetry Books
Recent collections from Sidney Wade, Justin Phillip Reed and more; plus, a peek at what our colleagues around the newsroom are reading.
A Botanist’s Desire Turns Toxic in This Novel of Romantic Obsession
In Rebecca Dinerstein Knight’s “Hex,” an expelled Ph.D. candidate offers a not-so-scientific confession to the mentor she idolizes.
Staying At Home? Check Into Emily St. John Mandel's Haunting 'Glass Hotel'
The author of Station Eleven weaves together stories of a hotel worker and an ultra-wealthy con man in a novel that captures how precarious life is — in a way that feels particularly resonant now.
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The Hawaii of ‘Sharks in the Time of Saviors’ Is Modern, Yet Mystical
Kawai Strong Washburn’s debut novel envisions an archipelago of Indigenous peoples who refuse to be erased.
Ann Patchett on Why We Need Life-Changing Books Right Now
The novelist Ann Patchett doesn’t have children and didn’t read middle-grade books. Then she picked up one by Kate DiCamillo and couldn’t stop until she’d read them all.
Preschool Storytime
Recommended for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration requested. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce vocabulary & reinforce learning.
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.
Tech Help By Appointment
Open to adults. Registration required. Please contact the library to schedule an appointment. Receive personalized one-on-one training from a librarian.
A Box of Secrets Led to the Story of Her Father’s Painful Wartime Past
Ariana Neumann’s father had nightmares and an ID card in a different name. In her memoir, “When Time Stopped,” she unspools the past he kept hidden for so long.
No Fan of Sports, a Graphic Novelist Learns to Follow the Bouncing Ball
In “Dragon Hoops,” Gene Luen Yang intercuts the thrilling wins and crushing losses of one high school team with basketball’s own turbulent history.
Uncovering The Secrets Of A Fallen Ruler In 'Empress Of Salt And Fortune'
Nghi Vo's new novel is poised at the end of one empire and the beginning of another, as a cleric and their talking-bird assistant set about uncovering the dangerous secrets of a forgotten palace.
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How a College Final Became a Lesson in Survival
When Covid-19 struck, Stanford closed its classrooms. The novelist Daniel Mason turned his students’ last assignment into an exercise for staying well.
Yoga for Life
Open to adults and teens 14+. Registration and $5 fee required for each session. Presented by Janet Hahn, certified instructor. No food 3 hours prior to class. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.
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