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Sep 8, 20225 min read

Do You Know the Strange, Lovely Tale of Shakespeare's Wife

Everyone has heard of Shakespeare, but few know about his wife, his children, or his personal life. Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet imagines...

Aug 30, 20225 min read

Read the Epic Novel “Diamond Eye” If You Want More Truth Than Fiction

The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn is a gem in the WWII treasure trove, based on the life of Lyudmila Pavlinchinko, Russian "girl" sniper.

Aug 23, 20224 min read

The Clash of Convicts and Cultures in The Exiles

In 80 years, 162,000 convicts were sent to Van Diemen's Land. The Exiles by Kristina Baker Kline tells of 3 convict women and 1 native girl.

Jul 6, 20219 min read

Why Women Writers Should Read The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd

Sue Monk Kidd's, The Book of Longings, is the perfect book for women writers as it portrays the passion and power of one person's words.

Apr 28, 20215 min read

Want to Know About "The Dust Bowl?" Read The Four Winds

Kristin Hannah's novel, The Four Winds,depicts life in The Dust Bowl, but don't make it your only source. Try The Worst Hard Time by Egan.

Sep 9, 20204 min read

The Post Office Mural Project in the Novel "Big Lies in a Small Town"

Big Lies in a Small Town by Diane Chamberlain uses the Post Office Mural Project as the basis for a compelling story of art and compassion.

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