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J.K. Rowling's latest wizardry prompts criticism from Native AmericansHarry Potter fans in Native American communities are disappointed with the depiction of their cultures and history in the British novelist's latest stories.聽
'The Waters of Eternal Youth' allows Guido Brunetti to shine once moreDonna Leon's latest commissario Guido Brunetti mystery is every bit as satisfying as the 24 that came before.
10 best books of March: the Monitor's picks Here are 10 of the March book releases that the Monitor's book critics liked best
'The Civil Wars of Julia Ward Howe' tells of a woman's struggle for freedomHowe, famous author of 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic,' despaired the toll of marriage 鈥� of submitting now to her husband鈥檚 will.
Jeffrey Deaver talks about the latest Lincoln Rhyme novel 'A Steel Kiss'Deaver has written 37 novels, three collections of short stories, and dabbled in everything from folk music to an audio-only drama.
Alabama judge seals Harper Lee's will from publicA Monroe County judge ruled last week to seal "To Kill a Mockingbird" author's will from the public eye. Lee died on Feb. 19.聽
J.K. Rowling will reveal more about the American world of magic on PottermoreThe upcoming movie 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' based in the world of 'Harry Potter,' is set in America. Upcoming stories published on the site Pottermore will reveal more about the magical culture in the US.
'The High Mountains of Portugal': Booker Prize-winner Martel charms againThree novellas set in Portugal connect to create a thoughtful meditation on grieving and faith.
'Eruption,' in an evocative retelling, places Mount St. Helens in contextIn his evocative and convincing new book, author Steve Olson reveals that the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens is much more than a horror show.
5 resonant quotes from Pat Conroy, book loverConroy was one of the nation鈥檚 鈥� and perhaps the world鈥檚 鈥� most enthusiastic lovers聽 of books.
Pat Conroy legacy: 'The Prince of Tides' and 'The Great Santini'Pat Conroy was the beloved author of "The Great Santini" and "The Prince of Tides" and other best-sellers who drew upon his bruising childhood and the vistas of South Carolina.
'Paradise City' brings together four very different London livesElizabeth Day's story of lives in collision puts an unexpected twist on a scandal from the headlines.
Bestselling books the week of 3/3/16, according to IndieBound* What's getting readers hooked at independent bookstores around America?聽
'The Big Red Book of Modern Chinese Literature' is a sumptuous samplerUniversity of California English professor Yunte Huang presents work from nearly 50 Chinese writers spanning the last century.
Why Dr. Seuss's books still appeal to readers todaySeuss's birthday on March 2 is celebrated as Read Across America Day, in which book-based activities take place at schools and celebrities encourage children to pick up a title. How have Seuss's works appealed to generations?
10 best books of March 2016, according to Amazon Here are the March books Amazon's editors like best.
Can Simon & Schuster's new Muslim imprint ease publishing's diversity problem?The new Salaam imprint, focused on Muslim characters and stories, is expected to launch in 2017 with nine books, from picture books for children to Young Adult titles for tweens and teens.
'Evicted' follows the harrowing, heartbreaking cases of eight familiesJournalist Matthew Desmond spent a year and a half with eight Milwaukee families about to lose their homes.
First LookBackdoor censorship? Virginia to warn parents about sexually explicit booksParents, educators, and lawmakers debated the merits of teaching literature that promotes discussions about sex and violence, such as Toni Morrison's 'Beloved.'
'Heart of Europe' is history at its most engagingUniversity of Hull history professor Peter Wilson has given the Holy Roman Empire its longest and most readable one-volume history of the modern era.
