Literature
Julian Edelman to Read His New Children’s Book at Christmas Charity Event in Boston
Julian Edelman is spreading the holiday cheer this week with a public reading of his new children’s book at a Christmas charity event in Boston. […]
These Vintage Photos of the Athenaeum Will Make You Want to Study for No Reason
Enter through the red leather doors of the Boston Athenaeum, and it’s like taking a step back in time. Peek at a few vintage photos […]
A Dr. Seuss Museum Will Open in Springfield Next Year
In less than a year, you’ll be able to visit the first-ever Dr. Seuss Museum. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss is set to open in […]
Jenny Slate Is Giving Out Hugs at the Brookline Booksmith Tonight
If you need a hug after such a contentious election season, Jenny Slate has got you covered. The Milton native and her father Ron will […]
Throwback Thursday: Happy Birthday, Sylvia Plath!
On October 28, 1932, Sylvia Plath was born in Boston. The influential poet spent her formative years in and around Boston before leaving for Smith […]
American Repertory Theater to Host Discussion with Bryan Cranston
Walter White is coming to Harvard Square. Former Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston will be in Cambridge next week for an in-depth discussion hosted by […]
Photos from the 2016 Boston Book Festival
The Boston Book Festival was held for its eighth year on a beautiful fall Saturday this past weekend in Copley Square. Attendees read, listened, debated, and learned from […]
Checking in with Colson Whitehead at the Boston Book Festival
As a child, Colson Whitehead believed that the Underground Railroad was a real “subway beneath the earth.” In his new novel, The Underground Railroad, he […]
Lindy West, Luvvie Ajayi, and Moira Weigel Are ‘Super Women’ at the Boston Book Festival
On Saturday, Bostonians were treated to a vibrant discussion of modern feminism, as Lindy West, Luvvie Ajayi, and Moira Weigel took the stage for a […]
Emma Donoghue, Tom Perrotta, and Maria Semple Kick Off the 2016 Boston Book Festival
The 2016 Boston Book Festival officially began Friday night with a kickoff session covering the range of experiences its panel of authors had taking their books […]
Sarah Glidden Discusses Rolling Blackouts, Comics Journalism
The question of what role the media plays in the 21st century is under constant examination. Is it ever possible to create truly objective journalism? […]
Your Guide to the 2016 Boston Book Festival
The Boston Book Festival is back, with a kickoff event on Friday (a discussion of film adaptations with a trio of ringers: Tom Perrotta, Emma […]
Alan Cumming’s Book Tour Stops in Cambridge This Weekend
Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actor Alan Cumming is making a trip to Cambridge this week in support of his new book You Gotta Get […]
Atlas Obscura Offers a Reference Book for Wonder Seekers
One seriously worldly, unusual and vast reference book, called Atlas Obscura, was released on September 20. Its densely packed 470 pages features maps and photos […]
Session Details Announced for 2016 Boston Book Festival
The Boston Book Festival has released details on the sessions it’ll be offering next October. While information about presenters has been coming out for a […]