The Hypocrite by Jo Hamya review sharp generational shame game
Authors fear exposing parents to their work, as seen in Jo Hamya's book, The Hypocrite, where a daughter publicly criticizes her father's behavior in a play. [ more ]
The 17th National Black Writers Conference Returns to Medgar Evers March 20 - 23
The 17th annual National Black Writers Conference will take place from March 20-23, 2024 at Medgar Evers College in Crown Heights.
The conference will explore the theme 'All That We Carry: Where Do We Go From Here?' based on the book 'All That She Carried, The Journey of Ashley's Sack, A Black Family Keepsake' by Tiya Miles. [ more ]
10th Anniversary Bay Area Book Festival: Writer's Day (Berkeley)
The 10th Anniversary Bay Area Book Festival will be held in two parts: Family Day at the Berkeley Public Library on May 4, 2024, and the full festival on June 1 & 2, 2024 in Downtown Berkeley.
The festival plans to hold the 2024 event in person, but some events may also be available via livestream. There are currently no plans to have fully virtual events. [ more ]
AI is contentious among authors. So why are some feeding it their own writing?
Authors have varying perspectives on AI use in the creative process, with concerns about copyright and experimentation leading to new insights about creativity. [ more ]
Over 550 writers, celebrities, and storytellers came together at the LA Times Book Festival sharing a wide range of books, from picture books to young adult novels. [ more ]
Bed-Stuy Tea is a podcast created by librarians in Bedford Stuyvesant to highlight the community's rich culture and give recognition to local residents.
The podcast features interviews with local authors, illustrators, and business owners, showcasing their contributions to the neighborhood.
Bed-Stuy Tea serves as a platform for residents to share their narratives and contribute to the collective story of Bed Stuy and Brooklyn. [ more ]
The most exciting new books coming in February are easy to love and hard to put down.
Notable authors like Sloane Crosley, Tommy Orange, and Leslie Jamison return with releases that are considered some of the most anticipated of the year. [ more ]