12 New Queer Books Out in September 2025
The True Story of Raja the Gullible by Rabih Alameddine (Gay Fiction) To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage (Sapphic Fiction) lgarabía: The Song of Cenex, Natural Son of …
Scientists Denounce Trump Administration’s Climate Report
Scores of researchers reviewed the Energy Department’s argument about greenhouse gases and found serious deficiencies.
Florida court upholds freedom to read in ‘PRH v. Gibson’
Florida court upholds freedom to read in ‘PRH v. Gibson’ Aug 14 2025 In an order that sets a strong precedent for keeping books on public school library shelves, the …
The Best New Books of September, According to Indie Booksellers
If you want to discover the best new releases, from the buzziest books to hidden gems, ask an indie bookseller. These are passionate readers who have their finger on the …
Gérard Depardieu Is Ordered to Stand Trial Over Rape Accusations
The actress Charlotte Arnould has accused the French movie icon of raping her twice in 2018 at his home in Paris. He denies wrongdoing.
Freedom to read advocates cheer decision in ‘PRH v. Gibson’
Freedom to read advocates cheer decision in ‘PRH v. Gibson’ Aug 15 2025 Right to read advocates hailed a Florida court’s ringing defense of First Amendment rights this week. On …
10 nonfiction and fiction pairings about a selection of subjects– Modern Mrs Darcy
Have you ever had the serendipitous experience of checking out a corresponding nonfiction and fiction publication close together? I enjoy it when this takes place: when I just take place …
Margaret Atwood Writes Satirical Short Story in Response to THE HANDMAID’S TALE Ban
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. July 4th, the Conservative Alberta government signed a ministerial order banning any books …
Maduro Says War With Venezuela Would Stain Trump’s Hands with Blood
As U.S. warships and troops gather in the Caribbean, Mr. Maduro threatened an “armed fight” in response to any military action. He also appealed for peace.
reading for fun in the US has fallen by 40%, new study says
‘Deeply concerning’: reading for fun in the US has fallen by 40%, new study says Aug 20 2025 The number of Americans who read for pleasure has fallen by 40%, …