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NASA’s race to space and inclusivity examined in new book

“The New Guys: The Historic Class of Astronauts That Broke Barriers and Changed the Face of Space Travel” by Meredith Bagby; William Morrow (528 pages, $32)

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How former Seattleite Bonnie Garmus' debut novel became a bestseller

"If I could have dreamed it," said author Bonnie Garmus, "I wouldn't have dreamed it quite this big."

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Micro review: 'The Village Maestro & 100 Other Stories' by Varghese Mathai

'The Village Maestro 100 Other Stories' is a collection of micro-tales, slick in the telling and gripping in impact.

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The Roald Dahl problem: Is it right to remove disturbing language from works of literature?

Bookmark: Once again, the books of Roald Dahl have been rewritten to remove words and phrases that might offend.

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How the Inland Empire novel ‘A Country You Can Leave’ tells an untold story

Despite being on the other side of the world in Hong Kong, overlooking a marina shrouded in a cool fog, Asale Angel-Ajani says her nostalgia for the place she once called home was at the forefront of her mind while writing her debut novel.

The Orange County Register

A modern Southern Gothic

PITTSBURGH — The Drue Heinz Literature Prize was established in 1981 by its namesake — the actress and philanthropist who died in 2018 at the age of 103 — in order to recognize and support writers of "short fiction," namely short-story collections. The prize, while given by the University of…

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Review: 'The Crane Husband,' by Kelly Barnhill

FICTION: An artist takes a crane for a lover in this fairytale-inflected novel by Newbery Medal-winning Minnesotan writer Kelly Barnhill.

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At 103, Sister Jean of Loyola University has a memoir: Shocking details? None. Gripes? Just one.

CHICAGO — Sister Jean of Loyola University, who stands atop Chicago’s A-list of celebrity clergy, waited until she was 103 to write her memoir. Clearly, she didn’t take the advice packed into its title: “Wake Up With Purpose! What I’ve Learned in My First Hundred Years,” out Feb. 28. Clearly,…

Chicago Tribune

Review: 'The Queen of Dirt Island,' by Donal Ryan

FICTION: A short, powerful novel about Irishwomen who meet heartache with resolve and dark humor.

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From Chinua Achebe to Toyin Falola – 5 essential books Nigeria's new president should read

Not many African political leaders are known to have publicly declared their love of reading. US president Barack Obama popularised the idea of a recommended reading list and he still shares his annual choice.

The Conversation

5 new books to read this week

This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Hungry Ghosts by Kevin Jared Hosein and The Garnett Girls by Georgina Moore.

The Independent UK

Woman rediscovers decades-old manual she made aged 9 on how to find ‘lovely men’

Katie McCloskey shared A Book Of Lovely Men On Holiday with her Twitter followers.

The Independent UK

Ultimate list of over 100 brilliant books every child should read for World Book Day

Whether you've got a toddler or a teen at home, there are dozens of timeless and modern classics that they are sure to enjoy - here's a few ideas to get them started in the world of books

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Old Babes in the Wood by Margaret Atwood review – tales of love and age

Dedicated to her late partner, these reflections on marriage, mortality and many-tentacled aliens show Atwood’s mastery of the short form

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Book-to-screen adaptations: Authors’ delight or dismay?

Book-to-screen adaptation is a trend that has been going strong over the past few years. One of the joys of a book being made into a film is seeing those characters come alive. It's as if our imagination is being given a space to become reality. While some bibliophiles love…

The Independent UK

Taylor Swift children’s book tops bestseller chart months before release

Book is an upcoming release from Penguin Random House’s Little Golden Book series

Wales Online

King 'evicts Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage and offers it to Prince Andrew'

Buckingham Palace is said to have issued an eviction notice to the Sussexes amid the fallout from the publication of Harry's controversial memoir Spare

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5 highlights from DeSantis’ book, ‘The Courage to Be Free’

In “The Courage to Be Free: Florida’s Blueprint for America’s Revival,” which was released publicly Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis depicts himself as a singular figure capable of combating unelected elites in academia, government and media who are hellbent on eroding the country’s foundational values.

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Former Atlanta fire chief says God brought slaves to America to save them

ATLANTA — A former Atlanta fire chief, fired eight years ago over his self-published book that likened homosexuality to bestiality, spoke to a group of state government workers Monday for Black History Month. During the meandering speech, Kelvin Cochran said it was God’s plan to bring Africans to America as…

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13 last-minute World Book Day costume ideas for £24 or less available on Amazon Prime

Outfits inspired by the Harry Potter books, Roald Dahl tales, and other classics including 101 Dalmatians, The Wizard of Oz and The Very Hungry Caterpillar are all available with Prime

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Prince Harry plans to add explosive chapters to paperback version of memoir Spare, claims insider

At the time of publication Harry shared some of the material intended for the book did not make the cut and he had enough material for two books

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ new book rehashes culture war wins ahead of expected 2024 White House run

Ron DeSantis’ new book proclaims himself the conservative culture warrior who can turn back the tide of the “woke mob” and maybe even win back the White House for Republicans in 2024.

Salon

The prince, paperback and the livestream

“Spare” is anything but spare, but the prince is going to include even more information than before

Chronicle Live

Where can you spend World Book Day tokens? Full list of retailers and new £1 books available

World Book Day tokens can be used to get one of 12 new £1 books for free or get £1 off a full-price book, with bookshops and major supermarkets taking part

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