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m.l. rio

Author M.L. Rio went on an 18-month road trip as research for her new book. After writing it, she settled in Philly.

Touring truck that gives away banned books to stop in Philly in October

Banned book wagon

Jersey Shore author explores themes of toxic positivity in 'Fun at Parties'

Fun at Parties Jamie Harrow

Richmond Library reopens after finishing eight-month, $2.5 million renovation

Richmond Library inside

Free Library exhibit examines how different cultures view death and grief

free library death

In need of a fall read? Check out these 10 new books from Philly authors

Mounted Bitter Kalli

Chester County couple who restore comic books revive business after winning $10 million defamation lawsuit

emily meyers comic

8 years ago, the Philly Zoo saved a tiger cub neglected by its mother. Now, the story is the focus of a children's book

Family For Zoya Book

Ex-Vice President Kamala Harris is bringing her book tour to Philly

Former Eagles chef shares two game day recipes for each NFL team in new cookbook

Kickoff Kitchen

Philly greatly influenced early rock 'n' roll, but a new book calls attention to its 'overlooked' role in later decades

When We Rocked book

Landlords set their buildings ablaze in the 1970s. A Temple professor explains why in new book

Born in Flames

In 'Mounted,' author Bitter Kalli explores the connection between Blackness and horses

Mounted Bitter Kalli

Philly-inspired comic anthology includes stories about the 2019 furnace party and tormenting a PPA officer

Furnace party comic

Book chronicles Bruce Springsteen's high-stakes release of 'Born to Run'

Bruce Springsteen book

Nearly 50 shops will have discounts, giveaways and author events for Philly Bookstore Crawl

Philly Bookstore Crawl

Sen. John Fetterman to release memoir detailing his rise in politics and struggles with depression

Sci-fi graphic novel by Philly poet imagines a future where health care is universal and emotions regulated

LindoYes graphic novel

Thousands of librarians come to Philly to discuss the state of their industry amid federal funding cuts

free library host

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts writes children's book about facing adversity

Jalen Hurts Children's Book

Art for the Cash Poor and a boozy book fair: Your weekend guide to things to do

Weekend guide

Evil Genius Brewing Co. combines books and brews in pop-up fair Saturday

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Juliana Pache's latest 'Black Crossword' book ups the difficulty level of her puzzles on the African diaspora

Black Crossword Juliana Pache

Summer reading: Jersey Shore plays a role in these newly released books by local authors

Jersey Shore summer reading guide

Learn about the MOVE bombing through these documentaries, book and podcast

MOVE bombing documentaries

A.J. Brown's favorite author is planning to build 'Inner Excellence' center in Kensington

Inner Excellence

White Dog Cafe seeks pets to feature in photo book benefiting veterans charity

White Dog Cafe book

Cupid's Bookshop in Manayunk will be a safe space for romance lovers

Cupid's Bookshop

In the ongoing fights to ban books, 'Sold,' written by a local college grad, was one the most targeted works in 2024

Banned books

'Bridgerton' star Phoebe Dynevor reportedly joins M. Night Shyamalan's new film

Philly gun smugglers helped the Irish Republican Army during the Troubles. A new book uncovers their operation.

IRA Philadelphia book

Amanda Seyfried talks Sabrina Carpenter, 'Long Bright River' on 'The Tonight Show'

Teen romance book by Bucks County native reimagines 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' in Philadelphia

While We're Young

Black Thought's memoir, 'The Upcycled Self,' is this year's One Book, One Philadelphia pick

Anyone who shares a March 2 birthday with Dr. Seuss can register for a free 'Cat in the Hat' book

cat in the hat dr. seuss

'We the Pizza' is part cookbook, part memoir from formerly incarcerated Philadelphians

Down North Cookbook

In her new book, former 'Normal Gossip' podcast host Kelsey McKinney examines the real impact of the rumor mill

You Didn't Hear This From Me Kelsey McKinney

'Jewish Matchmaking' star to share dating tips at Weitzman Museum event

Aleeza Ben Shalom Weitzman

Bark Bowl and Cupid's Undie Run: Your weekend guide to things to do

Weekend guide

‘Inner Excellence’ climbs to No. 1 on Amazon bestseller list after Eagles' A.J. Brown caught reading it on sidelines

Weekend Book Bash to host 10 fantasy authors in University City next month

Weekend Book Bash

Need help with holiday shopping? Try one of these 10 books by Philly authors

Book gift guide

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Best middle schools PA

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Hurts Blood Clots

Cecily Tynan's replacement at 6ABC is Adam Joseph

Adam Joseph 6ABC meteorologist

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Limited - Your Next Job? Just Across the Delaware

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