Books

Celebrate Local Bookshops with the Indie Passport Adventure

Visit up to twenty independent bookstores in Rhode Island for a chance to win coupons, bibliophile bragging rights and $500 worth of books.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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The Sweet History Behind Karyn Parsons' New Book

The former 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' star — and Providence resident — shares overlooked Black history stories through her nonprofit, Sweet Blackberry.

Juliet Pennington,

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Meet the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra's First Female Music Director

Ruth Reinhardt is already promising to lead the orchestra into a joyful future.

Ged Carbone,

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Good Night Room

You can now step into the pages of 'Goodnight Moon' at the Sheraton Boston Hotel

Dana Rae Laverty,

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What are Prominent Rhode Islanders Reading?

Their answers may surprise you.

Lauren Clem,

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Freedom to Read Act

Public library materials can no longer be censored in Rhode Island.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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Reading Between the Lines with Local Horror Author Christa Carmen

The Westerly-based horror author dishes on her favorite spooky spots in Rhode Island and what drew her to the genre.

Lauren Clem,

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Q&A with 'The Polar Express' Author and Illustrator Chris Van Allsburg

The longtime former Providence resident discusses his beloved children's books and which of his works drew inspiration from the capital city.

Tess Lyons,

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Meet these 6 Rhode Island-Based BookTokers

Fill your 'for you page' with these Rhody residents who like to talk books.

Kaitlyn Murray,

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Set Yourself Up with a Bookish Blind Date

The Book Emporium in East Providence is happy to play matchmaker.

Dana Rae Laverty,