For ‘Substitute,’ the Maine author spent 28 days as a substitute teacher in public schools.
Books
Three writers with Maine ties named finalists for Kirkus Prize
Ashley Bryan, Annie Proulx and Susan Faludi are up for $50,000 awards in different categories.
Rep. John Lewis’ riveting ‘March’ memoir is longlisted for the National Book Award
The Georgia congressman is in the mix for the final installment of his graphic novel trilogy recounting the early years of the civil rights movement.
Book review: In ‘Truck Full of Money,’ a tech prodigy made real
The latest book by Tracy Kidder profiles the life of Kayak.com founder and ‘monster coder’ Paul English.
Book review: ‘Many Captivities’ offers a long look at Mother Esther’s unusual life
Ann M. Little’s telling of Esther Wheelwright’s story illuminates issues of class, status and gender through the 18th century and across continents.
Book review: Real, imagined characters make memorable music in ‘Boston Castrato’
Colin W. Sargent’s 1920s novel hits all the right notes on accuracy and fervor.
Book review: Portland author Chris Holm strikes thriller paydirt again
In ‘Red Right Hand,’ assassin Michael Hendricks works at reconciling his existence as a bad man who does good.
Book review: Mysterious characters, Maine small-town drama complicate ‘No News Is Bad News’
The book is the second in the Bernie O’Dea mystery series by Maureen Milliken.
Book review: ‘Maine’s Remarkable Women’ inspires with stories both bold and humble
The stories told by Kate Kennedy about real-life women who created change, scaled heights and cared for families spurs the reader to action.
‘Hillbilly Elegy’ sheds light on shadowy places in the hollers
J.D. Vance got himself out, but applies his humor and talent to insights about the people and culture that shaped him.