For the novelist Rebecca Makkai, writing blurbs had become nearly a full-time job. She explains why blurbs matter — and why she’s taking a break. By Rebecca Makkai Call her Ruth, or Baby, or ...
Trucking fleets across the U.S. display military appreciation and support on their tractors and trailers. Here is a photo gallery of truckload carriers' patriotic rigs. These North American for ...
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Kristin Koval’s novel explores the struggles of two families linked by tragedy, guilt and love. Two new books, “The Sirens’ Call” by Hayes and “Superbloom” by Carr, argue that our ...
The U.S. Department of State has released new dates through March for its special passport fairs around the country for travelers who must apply in person. The U.S. Department of State has ...
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Both mother and daughter hoped future book fairs could have someone on hand who could recommend books for different age groups and advise parents which ones were appropriate for different reading ...