250 years later, Jane Austen’s work still resonates with fans around the world
Harvard professor Deidre Shauna Lynch told GBH's Under the Radar that Austen's lasting legacy is partly because her books transcend beyond the era and geography in which they were written.
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Maurice Sendak delights children with new book, 12 years after his death
The late author-illustrator, creator of Pierre and Where the Wild Things Are, loved whistling, Mozart, and Mickey Mouse curios. His trademark whimsy can be found in the new book Ten Little Rabbits. -
Boston researcher discovers previously unknown stories from 'Little Women' author Louisa May Alcott
Twenty previously unknown works have been rediscovered thanks to some sleuthing by a sort of literary detective. -
A scholar discovers stories and poems possibly written by Louisa May Alcott under a pseudonym
The author of “Little Women” may have been even more productive than previously thought. -
Boston author Aube Rey Lescure on her debut novel set in modern China
The Boston-based author makes her debut with “River East, River West." -
Under the Radar Book Club: Geraldine Brooks’ ‘Horse’
Our encore pick for Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club. -
Author Rebecca Ross on 'Ruthless Vows,' her forthcoming novel and follow-up to 'Divine Rivals'
Ross joined GBH News to discuss her second installment in the "Letters of Enchantment" fantasy series. -
Folklore expert explores the legend of Krampus and holiday monsters in 'The Fright Before Christmas'
GBH's All Things Considered host speaks with local author and folklore expert Jeff Belanger about his newest book, "The Fright Before Christmas: Surviving Krampus and Other Yuletide Monsters" -
Our holiday guide for bookworms in Boston and beyond
Bookish happenings across Massachusetts are sweeping in with the holiday season, with many to help gift-seekers ahead of Christmas and Hanukkah. -
Tracy K. Smith is redefining freedom in her new memoir
The Pulitzer Prize winner and former U.S. Poet Laureate spoke with GBH's Jared Bowen about her newest memoir, "To Free the Captives: A Plea for the American Soul" -
‘Gilmore Girl’ Lauren Graham wishes she could just take up knitting
Author, director and actor Lauren Graham — best known for her starring role in “Gilmore Girls” — talked to GBH News about her latest book.
