TAG: adults
Romantic reads in the Pacific Northwest
Posted in Explore and Discover on September 29, 2016 at 6:00 am
By Stefani Miller Readers tend to have favorites: a specific author, series, or genre that they come back to over and over. For me, it’s romance. When I have time to read, I like to snuggle up with a steamy novel. And when I’m not reading them, I’m usually feeding my addiction by hunting them […]
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Young Adult novels with adult reader appeal
Posted in Explore and Discover on September 27, 2016 at 6:00 am
By Rachel Edmondson In recent years, Young Adult (YA) literature has become increasingly popular, and studies have shown that a surprising number of YA readers are adults. According to a 2012 study, 55% of buyers purchasing YA literature are 18 or older. Also, 78% of these buyers indicate that they are purchasing the books for […]
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The Sandwich Generation
Posted in Explore and Discover on July 14, 2016 at 6:00 am
By Debbie Rhodes I am not older than dirt nor am I a young chickadee anymore. What I am is a member of the Sandwich Generation. You might ask: What is the Sandwich Generation? Is it a generation who only ate at McDonalds? Perhaps they devour sandwiches like sliced bread will soon be going out of style? […]
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Science Fiction & Fantasy Go Global
Posted in Explore and Discover on May 31, 2016 at 6:00 am
by Brian Vander Veen Yes, science fiction and fantasy have been global phenomena for a long time, but it feels like the last few years have seen an uptick in the number of foreign SFF novels getting English translations. Last year, The Three-Body Problem by Chinese author Cixin Liu became the first novel in translation […]
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The Last Full Measure: Q&A with Local Author Trent Reedy
Posted in Explore and Discover on May 3, 2016 at 6:00 am
By Sheri Boggs The United States are no longer united. In the wake of the Second Civil War, the once great nation is in shambles. And as the Republic of Idaho emerges alongside other newly formed, formerly American countries, the fate of the world hangs in the balance. Local author Trent Reedy concludes his stunning […]
10 Tips to get started doing genealogy
Posted in Explore and Discover, For You on October 13, 2015 at 6:00 am
By Miriam J. Robbins Guest Writer You’re about to embark on an exciting journey! Learning about your family history and developing skills to do genealogical research can be the beginning of a lifelong hobby and passion. Here are ten tips to get started: 1. Get Organized You’re going to be gathering a lot of information, […]
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Interview with Jess Walter, Award-Winning Author of “Beautiful Ruins” & “Citizen Vince”
Posted in Explore and Discover on December 12, 2013 at 6:00 am
By Ellen Peters Local Spokane author Jess Walter is a former National Book Award finalist and winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award, as well as the author of six novels and one nonfiction book. Recently, I had the pleasure to interview Mr. Walter about his life and his writing. Ellen Peters: What’s the one […]
