Lauren Groff’s latest novel, a National Book Award finalist, tells the story of a marriage that’s as messy as real life.
Books
Book Review: ‘Fellini: The Sixties’ should score with film fans of all ages
Manoah Bowman takes readers on a fantastic voyage into the magical world of one of cinema’s greatest masters.
Book Review: How Alex Haley built a towering cultural legacy
A new biography examines the life of the author of two defining books of the 20th century: “The Autobiography of Malcolm X” and “Roots.”
Signings, etc.: John William Babin at Mechanic Hall in Portland
The author will discuss his new book, “Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in Portland.”
Book Review: ‘Two Tents’ a witty recounting of a Appalachian Trail hike 21 years in the making
Two Tents is Jim Haskell’s nom de guerre (or rather, de sentier) on the Appalachian Trail. A trail name is something that comes to most thru-hikers, generally reflecting some event or aspect of their attitude while spending time on one of America’s pre-eminent – and certainly most venerable – hiking trails. Thru-hikers are those intrepid […]
Author Q & A: With ‘Christmas in Maine,’ a classic story returns
Robert P. Tristram Coffin’s 1941 essay about a saltwater farm holiday is beautifully paired with Blue Butterfield’s woodcuts.
Signings, etc.: Joanne Lannin in Gorham
The author will discuss her new book, ‘Finding a Way to Play: The Pioneering Spirit of Women in Basketball.’
Book Review: ‘Bond by Design’ highlights visuals behind 007 films
The mammoth book collects concept art, design notes and storyboards from all 24 official Bond canon films, from ‘Dr. No’ to ‘Spectre.’
Book Review: ‘Essence’ is a guidebook to healing emotional wounds
Jacob Watson, co-founder of the Center for Grieving Children shares his experience, guidance for people seeking spirituality.
Book Review: ‘Knitting Pearls’ appeals to knitters but draws broader connections
In Ann Hood’s second collection of essays on the craft, including several from Maine writers, knitting is metaphor.