Stories tagged with: biography

Rachel Recommends: 2019 Summer Edition

Posted 6 months ago by Rachel S

Summer, Summer, Summertime ... time to sit back and unwind. “Summertime” by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince.

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Compelling Historical Dramas and Books to Watch and Read Anytime

Posted 6 months ago by April S

Engrossing, fascinating, compelling movies and books based on true stories that will completely occupy your mind from start to finish.

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Is There a Doctor in the House? Fascinating Tales of Medicine

Posted 7 months ago by Amy H

Amazing tales of medical breakthroughs. Explore fascinating stories involving science, medicine, psychology and more.

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Rachel Recommends: 2019 Spring Edition

Posted 8 months ago by Rachel S

The long climb from spring to sandal season requires a little pampering of the spirit. This list should not incite tension or anxiety, but, rather a sense of mellow peace.

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How Come I Don't Have This Job? The Coolest Career Memoirs EVER

Posted 8 months ago by Amy H

Careers so awesome, it is almost a crime to get paid to do these things. Now if I could just find a book written by a professional napper.

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4 Episodes to Get You Hooked on Podcasts

Posted 8 months ago by Kelly P

If you aren’t already a podcast listener, it can be a little daunting to look at all the podcasts available. Here are 4 great episodes from some of my favorite podcasts to get you started.

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Reading is My Business, And Business is Good!

Posted about 1 year ago by Amy H

Good stories mean good business, and here are some great ones...

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Jane Austen's Hidden Feminism

Posted about 1 year ago by Rebecca S

"Pride and Prejudice," a book that will live in infamy and also appears on the list of 100 Great American Reads, is a lot more feminist than popular culture would have you believe.

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Tracy K. Smith Is on a Mission

Posted about 1 year ago by Jan C

Tracy K. Smith, the U.S. Poet Laureate, is taking poetry outside the box.

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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: It's Women's History Month, Y'all!

Posted about 1 year ago by Allison Fiscus

It’s Women’s History Month, y’all! I, for one, can’t think of a worthier topic to chat endlessly about. So in celebration, Katie and I got together to talk about the female authors who have captivated us through the written word and inspired us in our own lives. The following conversation is a lightly-edited-for-clarity transcription of that chat.

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Bob Dylan Turns 75

Posted over 4 years ago by April S

Bob Dylan turns 75! Continue reading to learn more about this timeless musician.

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