In a year dominated by a global pandemic and American politics, some might find it fitting that the library book most likely to be checked out across Ontario was a hopeful memoir written by the former first lady of the United States. Continue reading at 'CBC'
[ CBC | 2020-12-31 09:00:00 UTC ]
"Are we continuing to pretend that libraries are inherently neutral and apolitical institutions?" Thoughts? Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-08 12:30:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Jaydra Johnson on the intersections of literature, classism, and what it means to be called white trash. | Lit Hub Memoir “It’s hard to know how a film as perverse as this could have ended satisfyingly in a way that keeps faith with its themes.” Tim Robey remembers Babe: Pig In the City, the... Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2024-11-08 11:30:51 UTC ]
More news stories like this
“To be a mother was what a girl wanted then, and I did not.” Honor Moore on motherhood as a choice, not a destiny. | Lit Hub Memoir Dai George explains how Dylan Thomas made “the avant-garde sexy and immersive like no one else.” | Lit Hub Criticism Is protest a form of creative expression? […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2024-11-07 11:30:55 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Growing up in Wales, Luke Evans never expected to become an action star. He wrote a memoir to show how he overcame personal struggles — and inspire others. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2024-11-07 11:00:01 UTC ]
More news stories like this
There are really two types of ereaders: Dedicated ebook/audiobook devices or slabs that are more akin to small tablets with E Ink screens. In the first category, the competition is really between Amazon’s Kindle devices and Rakuten’s Kobo readers. Ereaders in the latter group include entries... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-11-07 08:00:36 UTC ]
More news stories like this
The last few years have been difficult for libraries and librarians. And with last night’s election results, the future for the profession just got a lot murkier, according to the customary election night wrap-up from nonpartisan library political action committee EveryLibrary. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-06 05:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Former British prime minister kept bringing up his memoir despite being warned to ‘put it away’ and was later replaced on TV panelUS election 2024 – latest updatesUS election results 2024: live map and trackerBoris Johnson was “fired for banging on about his book” during a guest appearance on... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2024-11-06 01:15:40 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Singer, gameshow host, podcaster – the actor has built a reputation for doing it all. And with an autobiography/self-help guide coming soon, she’s out to prove there’s nothing wrong with being a jack of all tradesIn an era when social media has turned us all into products to promote, Keke Palmer... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2024-11-02 11:55:13 UTC ]
More news stories like this
It's been a Mac-heavy week! In this episode, Devindra and producer Ben Ellman dive into all of Apple's new M4 hardware: the new iMac, Mac mini and refreshed Macbook Pros. The Mac mini, in particular, looks like it'll be a huge hit for anyone who needs a simple desktop system. Also, we dive into... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-11-01 13:20:04 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Long a 'deadlocked debate,' the question of ebook lending through libraries has reached new 'willingness to engage' in Germany. The post Germany’s E-Lending Round Table: ‘A Constructive Process’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-10-31 20:29:41 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Impossible book data we wish existed, haunted libraries around the U.S., tarot-inspired bookish gifts, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-31 15:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Haunted libraries exist throughout the United States. Here are four with chilling stories—plus the story of a haunted library book! Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-31 14:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this
As libraries become public stages for social problems — homelessness, drug use, mental health — the people who work there are burning out. Continue reading at The New York Times
[ The New York Times | 2024-10-31 09:02:34 UTC ]
More news stories like this
You basically have three options for watching live TV at home: Hook up a digital antenna, pay for a cable subscription or sign up for a live TV streaming service. The content you get through a digital antenna is free, but limited to your local broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and PBS).... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-10-31 09:00:36 UTC ]
More news stories like this
The only documented experiences we have about growing up LGBTQ+ as a Jehovah’s Witness comes from former members, like Evans, who have left – or been forced to leave. Continue reading at The Conversation
[ The Conversation | 2024-10-30 17:20:20 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Well, it finally happened. After years of waiting and requests, Amazon debuted the $280 Kindle Colorsoft, its first ereader with a color display. The company’s ereaders have dominated this space since the original Kindle came out 17 years ago, but in this case, it feels like Amazon is playing... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-10-30 13:15:29 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Beyoncé tells mom Tina Knowles, 'Don't spill too much Mama Tea' after the latter unveils her upcoming memoir, 'Matriarch.' The book hits shelves next spring. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2024-10-29 18:44:19 UTC ]
More news stories like this
An anthology of holiday horror, Arthurian retellings, a memoir + whodunit, and more of today's best book deals Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-29 15:56:42 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Our friends at AudioFile magazine recommend the best fall audiobooks, from Sally Rooney’s buzzy new Intermezzo to a delicious memoir from actor Stanley Tucci, plus Earphones Award–winning audiobooks from Rumaan Alam, Liane Moriarty, Rachel Kushner, and more. This is listening to settle in with.... Continue reading at The Millions
[ The Millions | 2024-10-29 12:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this
Online swaps and little libraries - a Cambridge puzzle exchange community was born out of the pandemic and is still thriving. Continue reading at CBC
[ CBC | 2024-10-29 08:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this