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"Luckiest Girl Alive" author Jessica Knoll's latest novel was inspired by Ted Bundy's murders of two sorority sisters at Florida State University in 1978.

The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses who Helped Cure Tuberculosis by Greek-American Maria Smilios is an impressive book, her first, and highlights a little-known part of American history and the pivotal role Black nurses played in battling one of the deadliest diseases, tuberculosis.

The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses who Helped Cure Tuberculosis by Greek-American Maria Smilios is an impressive book, her first, and highlights a little-known part of American history and the pivotal role Black nurses played in battling one of the deadliest diseases, tuberculosis.

NEW YORK — Prize-winning fiction writer Deesha Philyaw, who struggled to find a publisher for what became her acclaimed debut "The Secret Lives of Church Ladies," has a 7-figure deal for her next two books.

NEW YORK — Prize-winning fiction writer Deesha Philyaw, who struggled to find a publisher for what became her acclaimed debut "The Secret Lives of Church Ladies," has a 7-figure deal for her next two books.

As authors continue to mine the rich cultural heritage of Greece for inspiration, this year has seen several new novels retelling Greek myths from the point of view of female characters.

As authors continue to mine the rich cultural heritage of Greece for inspiration, this year has seen several new novels retelling Greek myths from the point of view of female characters.

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Remembering Giorgos Seferis 52 Years after His Death

Giorgos Seferis, Nobel laureate and one of the greatest poets of the 20th century regardless of nationality, continues to be a beloved poet to the present day.

Giorgos Seferis, Nobel laureate and one of the greatest poets of the 20th century regardless of nationality, continues to be a beloved poet to the present day.

‘The Chalice of the Gods’ by Rick Riordan Due out September 26

Ancient Greek mythology continues to inspire artists and writers to the present day.

Ancient Greek mythology continues to inspire artists and writers to the present day.

Fall Books: Britney and Barbra’s Memoirs Are Among Major Releases, but Political Books Are Fewer

NEW YORK — One year ahead of the 2024 election, don't expect many new books about the presumed front-runners, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

NEW YORK — One year ahead of the 2024 election, don't expect many new books about the presumed front-runners, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

Author Alana Best Says Greece Tops List of Places Worldwide to Travel with Babies

Traveling to foreign countries and experiencing diverse cultures enriches people’s lives, but traveling with an entire family, including young children, can be a daunting experience.

Traveling to foreign countries and experiencing diverse cultures enriches people’s lives, but traveling with an entire family, including young children, can be a daunting experience.

‘Jerusalem Nights’, an Absorbing Debut Novel

Writing a novel is a life goal for many people, but it can be a daunting task for most.

Writing a novel is a life goal for many people, but it can be a daunting task for most.

Four Books to Add to Your Summer Reading List

Summertime is ideal for catching up on your reading.

Summertime is ideal for catching up on your reading.

Man Booker Prize Long List Features 4 Irish Writers, 4 Debut Novelists

LONDON (AP) — Author Sebastian Barry, who has received four previous nominations for the Man Booker Prize and twice been short-listed for it, was one of four Irish writers to make the long list Tuesday for the prestigious award.

LONDON (AP) — Author Sebastian Barry, who has received four previous nominations for the Man Booker Prize and twice been short-listed for it, was one of four Irish writers to make the long list Tuesday for the prestigious award.

Book Review: True Crime Meets History in Sara DiVello’s 1920s Murder Mystery ‘Broadway Butterfly’

“Broadway Butterfly” by Sara DiVello (Thomas & Mercer)The unsolved murder of the beautiful Dot King captivated New York.

“Broadway Butterfly” by Sara DiVello (Thomas & Mercer)The unsolved murder of the beautiful Dot King captivated New York.

Gus Miliotis Miles Shares His Memoir ‘A Labyrinth of Life’

As publishing has become more accessible than ever through self-publishing and other online options, more and more people are sharing their unique voices and life stories through writing their memoirs.

As publishing has become more accessible than ever through self-publishing and other online options, more and more people are sharing their unique voices and life stories through writing their memoirs.

Drew Barrymore Will Host the National Book Awards, Where Oprah Winfrey Will Be a Guest Speaker

NEW YORK (AP) — Drew Barrymore, whose honors include a Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild award, will be presiding over a more literary ceremony this fall.

NEW YORK (AP) — Drew Barrymore, whose honors include a Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild award, will be presiding over a more literary ceremony this fall.

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