Retirees solving murders. "Great Gatsby" retellings. Vampires in space. Influencer love stories. Here are our favorite new ...

The next WordFest is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1428 22nd Ave. in Longview. The free, public event ...

The clerk’s office manages four historical sites within Manatee County: Manatee Village Historical Park, Palmetto Historical Park, the Florida Maritime Museum and the Manatee County Agricultural ...

After wrapping up my librarian duties, extended contract time, and a fun-filled summer school session, my summer has finally begun!

Kids' Books About 9/11 Last updated: June 28, 2025 by Regan McMahon Kids curious about what happened during and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks can check out these books for various ages, from ...

Brown used AI to jazz up an assignment that students once completed with old-fashioned graphic organizers. Students research a historical figure. Then they dress up as the person they’ve studied and ...

The latest work of historical non-fiction from Meg Waite Clayton, 'Typewriter Beach,' looks at the hurdles women face in ...

Historical Fiction Last updated: June 25, 2025 by Common Sense Media Nothing gets kids excited about history like a gripping story. Times, people, and places that might seem dull or far away in a ...

Discover the greatest coming-of-age books that everyone should read. These timeless stories offer valuable life lessons and ...

“A Day in the D with Dad” takes kids on a journey along with 12-year-old Michelle as she traverses Detroit on an impromptu day trip with her dad. Written by Detroiter and longtime educator Kelli M.

The historical novel is a specific way to evoke the past. It existed as a genre for adults but emerged as a genre for children in many western European countries half a century later.

As a historical fiction author, Kristina McMorris has made a career out of exploring untold nuggets of history. Her novel “Sold on a Monday” was inspired by a real newspaper photo of children ...