Why libraries are the ‘cornerstone’ of democracy in the words of just-fired Librarian of Congress
Carla Hayden spoke out against book bans and limiting access to libraries in the days before she was fired.
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Gregory Maguire offers readers Elphaba’s origin story in 'Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'
Almost 30 years after the publication of "Wicked," novelist Gregory Maguire offers readers Elphaba’s origin story in a new book titled Elphie: "A Wicked Childhood." -
Clea Simon’s novel ‘The Butterfly Trap’ is a tale of obsession and desperation
Author Clea Simon has written more than 30 books. Her latest is "The Butterfly Trap," a "he said, she said" story. -
Unbound Pages: Karen Moss’ portraits raise awareness of banned books
Karen Moss painted friends, family members and neighbors reading their favorite banned books. -
Looking for a new read? Try one of these frequently banned books
A collection of banned books for readers of all ages -
Beyond body glitter and 'Total Request Live': How the Y2K era changed America
Colette Shade's new book gives a holistic view of the Y2K era through personal essays and history -
Turning 50? Chelsea Handler calls it ‘mid-century joyfulness’
The comedian’s latest book — releasing on her 50th birthday — is a hilarious and heartfelt reflection on her ever-eventful life. -
Civil rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson reflects on his memoir 'Just Mercy'
Bryan Stevenson sat down with GBH to discuss what has and has not changed in the American judicial system in the decade since the book's release. -
New book examines Massachusetts ties to a failed plot to kill JFK
New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch mingle hidden history with nail-biting detective work in their latest book, "The JFK Conspiracy, The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy-And Why it Failed." The book takes a deep dive into a 1960 assassination plot shortly after Kennedy’s election and before his inauguration. -
Robell Awake discusses his new book 'A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects'
Robell Awake is a chairmaker and scholar based in Atlanta, Georgia. He speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about his new book, "A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects." -
Despite threats, ‘That Librarian’ Amanda Jones continues the fight against book bans
A campaign against small-town school librarian Amanda Jones is in full force because she spoke out against censorship.
