In the quiet world where the weight of knowledge rests on shelves, there are moments when the stories within books shatter the silence, echoing through time and space, bearing witness to humanity's collective trauma and resilience. One such moment occurred as I held...
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The Freedom To Read
"The pursuit of knowing was freedom to me, the right to declare and follow your curiosities through all manner of books.
Banned Books Week: 2023
Over the centuries, various forms of expression have been banned or destroyed, and their creators have been censored, imprisoned, tortured, killed, exiled.
The Host of the Coast: 100 Years of the Los Angeles Biltmore
1923 proved to be a banner year for construction in Los Angeles.
Interview With an Author: Timothy Janovsky
Timothy Janovsky is a queer, multidisciplinary storyteller from New Jersey. He holds a degree in theatre and dance from Muhlenberg College.
Discovering INCA and the Rich Tapestry of Peru
Close your eyes and listen to the percussion. Let it take you back to an ancient time when the great Inca empire ruled. La imaginación or imagination (nisqa) makes it easy to see the people with their ritual dances and textiles.
Video: L.A. Untangled - Eric Brightwell
Los Angeles, the sprawling metropolis known for its iconic palm trees, Hollywood glitz, and diverse neighborhoods, has always been a city of unique stories and hidden treasures. And in our latest installment of "L.A.
¡Quiérete! / Love Yourself With Mayra Cuevas and Jessica Parra
Realistic young adult fiction holds a special place in the hearts of many readers. It is a genre that offers relatable stories and voices that resonate with our communities, a sentiment that holds true regardless of one's age but is particularly crucial for the younger generation.
Interview With an Author: Amiee Gibbs
Amiee Gibbs grew up in rural Maryland, where she still lives on an allegedly haunted road, but has dreams of running away to Ireland.
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! May your year be sweet and filled with joy!