Literature
-
Bucks County Reporter Returns to 1976 Double Murder Case in New True Crime Book
It started with a tip at a 7-Eleven. Nearly 50 years later, that chance stop has become a book, and for Kathryn Canavan, a reckoning with one of the most haunting stories of her journalism career, writes John DiCarlo for Main Line Today. The former Bucks County Courier Times reporter recently published Killer in the…
-
Peacock Turns Another Bestseller from Collegeville Author into a Series
Before her bestselling beach novels became streaming hits, Elin Hilderbrand was growing up in Collegeville, writes Kristin Hunt for The Philly Voice. Now, the Methacton High School alumna has another story making its way to television. Peacock’s adaptation of Hilderbrand’s 2023 novel The Five-Star Weekend premieres July 9. The eight-episode drama stars Jennifer Garner, Regina…
-
Plymouth Meeting Author Turns Her Late Mother’s Poems Into Children’s Books
Lydia Cohn, a Plymouth Meeting author, is honoring her late mother Joan Yingling by turning the many poems she wrote into children’s books, writes M. English for The Times Herald. Cohn and her six siblings grew up in Merion Station. When her parents decided to downsize, Cohn was happy to take the folder that contained…
-
Honey Brook Resident Publishes Debut Novel at 82-Years-Old
Craig Garner, a current Honey Brook resident who resided in West Chester for decades, recently published his debut novel at the age of 82. In Garner’s words, it’s never too late. After 50 years of writing, submitting, and rejections, he finally pushed through to the other side with I Came to Play Your Game. Described…
-
Richard Vague’s New Book Shines Light on Philadelphia Banker Who Made American Independence Possible
A new book by author and venture capitalist Richard Vague reframes the story of the American Revolution by shifting attention away from familiar political and military narratives and toward the financial machinery that made independence possible, writes Adam Gopnik for The New Yorker. At the center of The Banker Who Made America: Thomas Willing and…
-
Southwest Philadelphia-Raised Poet and Writer Raina J. León Named New Philadelphia Poet Laureate
Raina J. León, a Black, Afro Boricuan poet and writer raised in Southwest Philadelphia, has been named the city’s new poet laureate, writes Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. León, 44, won out on the role among 32 different applicants, representing the largest number of candidates Philadelphia has ever had for it. She is a…
-
Lansdale Author Writes Book to Keep Children Off Screens and On the Greens
After nearly four decades in the biopharmaceutical industry, Lansdale resident Janice Nissen never expected her next chapter to involve children’s books. But a lost ball, a quiet creek, and a new role as a grandmother sparked an idea that became Lizbeth, the Little Lost Golf Ball. Nissen began golfing more often after retirement and became…
-
Central Bucks High School East Graduate Publishes Best-Selling Book
Dan Wang, a Central Bucks East High School graduate, recently wrote a book that was featured on The New York Times’ bestsellers list for two weeks in September, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The book, titled “Breakneck: China’s Quest to Engineer the Future,” discusses China’s development and lessons for both the United States and…
-
Inspired by Her Own Family, Phoenixville Author Spotlights Children with Disabilities
Local author Jannesy DeLeon writes about inclusion and accessibility in her series of books inspired by her own family, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc Action News. DeLeon is the author of three children’s books, each featuring protagonists with disabilities inspired by her children Gabby and Nicky. Her first book, Tag! You’re It, features Gabrielle, a…
-
English Teacher at Abington Friends School Brings Renowned Poet’s Letters to Life in New Collection
After decades of work, Daniel Benjamin, an English teacher at Abington Friends School, has released a collection of 20th-century poet Jack Spicer’s letters with Wesleyan University Press, bringing the poet back into public discourse. Known for his fierce integrity, experimental style, and commitment to creative community, Spicer helped shape the landscape of 20th-century American poetry.…
-
After Churning Out Books for 25 Years, Collegeville’s Elin Hilderbrand Ready for Break
Collegeville native Elin Hilderbrand is ready for a break after tirelessly churning out beach reads for her legions of fans every year for the past quarter century, writes Ellen Gamerman for The Wall Street Journal. Hilderbrand always enjoyed putting on one of her many bathing suits and hitting the beach to write her books by…
-
Beloved West Chester Bookstore to Close After Nearly 40 Years
The Second Reading Bookstore, a West Chester fixture for nearly four decades, is closing its doors, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The volunteer-run shop, long celebrated for its affordable books and tight-knit community, will shut down following the sale of the property. The building, owned by the West Chester Area Senior Center,…
-
Temple University Press Book Explores ‘Ghosts’ of Long-Demolished Philadelphia Buildings
Building Ghosts, a new book from Temple University Press by co-authors Molly Lester and Michael Bixler, explores the history of long-demolished Philadelphia buildings, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The book highlights the stories of people who once lived in the now-empty spaces through several dozen vignettes. Lester wrote the stories, while Bixler took…
-
For Author Jim Murphy, A.J. Brown Reading His Book on Eagles Sideline is ‘A Real Gift’
The aftermath of Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown reading a book on the sidelines of a game led to that book becoming a viral success, writes Carly Tagen-Dye for People. “It is amazing and a real gift and an honor,” Jim Murphy said in an interview with the TODAY Show. Jim Murphy, the author of…
-
A.J. Brown’s Sideline Reading Helps Propel Book to Becoming No. 1 Seller on Amazon
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has helped turn a book into the hottest seller on Amazon, writes Dan Gelston for AP News. During the Eagles’ Wildcard Round game against the Green Bay Packers, Brown was seen on the sidelines reading a copy of Inner Excellence by self-help author Jim Murphy. As a result, the…
-
Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region
If you’re looking for your next read, there are plenty of compelling fiction books with characters who call the Philadelphia region home to choose from, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett is about a fictional mansion in Elkins Park. This 2019 novel follows a brother and sister growing up…
-
Author Returns to Hometown of Phoenixville to Showcase Debut Novel
Phoenixville native and author Andy Bridgeman is returning to his hometown upon the debut of his first novel, writes Regan Bradley for Main Line Today. The novel, entitled Fortunate Son, was released in September 2024. After graduating from high school, Bridgeman attended Dickinson College, where he studied creative writing. Although he was encouraged to go…
-
Student at Science Leadership Academy is Philadelphia’s Newest Youth Poet Laureate
Malaya Ulan, a junior at the Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, is Philadelphia’s newest Youth Poet Laureate, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Ulan is a 16-year-old Filipino-American artist whose background goes far beyond just poetry. She is also experienced in dance, film, and painting. She has performed at the Barnes Foundation, Asian Arts Initiative, and…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
Community Partners
