In his new book Dangerous Learning , legal scholar Derek Black tells the story of the resistance to Black literacy in this ...

A new children’s book from PJ Library tells the story of how three Jewish staffers brought Passover to the White House.

With its singsong refrain and sleepy-time theme, memorable characters and colorful illustrations, it’s one of the most ...

A woman makes a sign for the Children's Bureau in Washington DC in November 1923. Universal History Archive/Universal Images ...

A woman makes a sign for the Children's Bureau in Washington DC in November 1923. Credit - Universal History ...

EDWARDSVILLE - The reading voices ran the scale from sounding strong to resolute, excited to pensive, and were punctuated ...

A new essay collection contains funny, poignant and well-researched reflections on major Wisconsin-connected figures.

These beautifully illustrated children's books explore empathy, resilience, unique perspectives and kindness while helping ...

The writer’s latest offering, Dream Count, draws on a powerful true story of a sexual assault. But it’s held back by some odd flaws ...

Joe Dunthorne, author of 'Submarine,' doggedly researched his Jewish ancestor's scientific work benefiting the Nazis. His ...

With “Rebellion 1776,” Anderson returns once again to the Revolutionary War era. Set in Boston, the story begins toward the ...

no big book-signing tour. The real world was now intruding horrifically. You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Make Babette Kourelos's old ...