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How To Watch the OlympicsA book that makes the perfect guide to the Olympics, past and present.
Louisana eliminates state funding for librariesLibraries in more rural areas may be the ones who feel the cuts most.
Beautiful RuinsJess Walter's new novel combines a pair of love stories, wicked comedy, Hollywood legend, and a poorly named hotel.
14 great books for foodies, recommended by the James Beard Foundation Dive into summer with these 14 delectable culinary reads.
'Twilight' used as a lure to the classics, on both sides of the AtlanticIn the US and Europe, publishers have been trying to use the 'Twilight' phenomenon to bring young readers to the classics.
The ReceptionistWhat it was like to work at the New Yorker.
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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry: 10 quotes on his birthday Read 10 quotes by Saint-Exupéry, author "The Little Prince," of one of the bestselling books of all time.
Amy Winehouse: 6 stories from 'Amy, My Daughter' by Mitch Winehouse Singer Amy Winehouse's father shares memories in his new book "Amy, My Daughter."
Google's Nexus 7 tablet: better than Kindle Fire?Google revealed its new Nexus 7 tablet device with fanfare, and early reviews are promising.
Fifty Sides of the Beach BoysA closer, deeper look at one of America's greatest pop bands of all time.
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Nora Ephron: 12 quotes to commemorate her life Recognized for her sharp and witty writing, Nora Ephron was one of a small number of women who successfully wrote and directed in the male-dominated film industry. Here are 12 memorable quotes from Ephron on love, life, and marriage.
Ayn Rand: filmmakers will try, try againDespite the massive failure of 'Atlas Shrugged, Part I,' 'Part 2' is scheduled for an October release.
12 quotes from Helen Keller on her birthday Helen Keller stands as an example of an individual's ability to overcome extraordinary odds. Here, to mark her birthday on June 27, are 12 of her memorable quotes.
Bestselling books the week of 6/28/12, according to IndieBound* What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
The Passage of PowerIn Volume IV of “The Years of Lyndon Johnson,” biographer Robert A. Caro concentrates on the succession of political triumphs and defeats that accompanied LBJ to the Oval Office.
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In Brazil's prisons, inmates shorten sentences by readingThe program is called Redemption Through Reading and allows for a maximum of 48 days off their sentence per year.
'The Receptionist': 6 memories from working at The New Yorker Writer Janet Groth recalls her days working as a receptionist at the New Yorker from 1957 to 1978.
