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A fictionalized account of the life of Irish nationalist Roger Casement.
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Interview with Juana Bordas, Author of ‘The Power of Latino Leadership: Culture, Inclusion, and Contribution’
"The purpose of leadership is not just about business or the economy. Leadership is about creating the society we want to live in."
Read More »Talking With Author Craig Johnson About His Latest Book, A Serpent’s Tooth and the Rest of the Longmire Series
The writer talks about both the Longmire books and their transition into series television.
Read More »Book Review: Charles Dickens In Love – by Robert Garnett
Robert Garnett tells the story of Charles Dickens and the three women he loved.
Read More »Book Review: Steampunk Fashion – by Spurgeon Vaughn Ratcliffe
The photos show Steampunk creations, from dresses and corsets to jewelry and masks, in intricate detail. And it tells you where to buy them.
Read More »Book Review: Web of the City – by Harlan Ellison
The s-f master’s first novel, a pulpish look at Fifties street gang life, gets a reissue through Hard Case Crime.
Read More »An Interview With Lucy Clarke, Author of Swimming At Night
"I wanted Katie and Mia to both have their own ‘voice’. As the old saying goes, there are two sides to every story–and I wished to show both."
Read More »Book Review: Bring Up the Bodies – by Hilary Mantel
Cromwell, as intelligent as ever, looks at every situation from several angles, always trying to serve England.
Read More »Holly Black and Sarah Reece Brennan Offer Advice on Crafting Diversity in Fantasy
Two YA fantasists discuss the dynamics of diversity.
Read More »Book Review: a seed within by Bruce Kauffman
This poet has the ability to not only bring elements of the human condition to life, but puts our lives into their proper perspective.
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