Kick back with one of our 2025 summer-reading selections
Three local librarians share their picks for every kind of reader for this summer.
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Culture in the News
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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In 'Happy Place,' author Emily Henry reminds readers it's OK to change your mind
The bestselling romance writer has fears of letting down her readers, but it doesn't keep her down. -
Celebrating horror and finding belonging at Salem Horror Fest
Horror "is actually how I experience my life," festival founder Kay Lynch said. -
Shelf Life: Melissa Fetter started a new chapter when she opened Beacon Hill Books and Cafe
Opening a bookstore amid the pandemic turned out to be just what bibliophiles and the community needed.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Jon Batiste and Andrea Bocelli Perform "Amazing Grace"
Jon Batiste and Andrea Bocelli perform "Amazing Grace" in this celebration of Bocelli.| 2:59 -
Ed Sheeran and Andrea Bocelli Perform "Perfect Symphony"
Ed Sheeran and Andrea Bocelli perform "Perfect Symphony."| 2:59 -
Episode 7, Season 52<br> Andrea Bocelli 30th – The Celebration
Experience the world-renowned Italian tenor’s 30th anniversary concert.| 1:23:11 -
Episode 18, Season 2025<br> PBS Books Readers Club | Ep. 202: Good Dirt & Black Cake | Charmaine Wilkerson
PBS Books Readers Club is delighted to welcome critically acclaimed author Charmaine Wilkerson| 55:29
