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Author James Anderson Discusses ‘Lullaby Road’ And Its Everyday Hero
Posted on · The writer talks about his latest novel and Ben Jones, its "everyday hero" protagonist.
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Houston Native’s Novel Reflects Own Personal Journey Of Recovery
Posted on · Alison Baumann discusses her new book, Thicker Than Blood.
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Is Dracula A True Story? New Prequel Draws on Bram Stoker’s Real Life
Posted on · Joshua Zinn talks with the authors of the novel Dracul -- Bram Stoker’s great-grandnephew Dacre and J.D. Barker.
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Prussian Blue: Philip Kerr Discusses the Latest Bernie Gunther Mystery
Posted on · (Above: Writer Philip Kerr holds a copy of his latest mystery novel, “Prussian Blue.” Photo: Dave McDermand | Houston Public Media) Mystery novelist Philip Kerr just released the 12th book in his series about Bernie Gunther, a detective trying to solve crimes in Nazi Germany – where, as the Gunther often remarks, the biggest criminal […]
Literature
Writing The City: Philip Kerr
Posted on · The novelist talks about the latest entry in his Bernie Gunther series of mysteries.
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Houston’s Independent Bookstores Make National Spotlight
Posted on · An acclaimed American author has handpicked three booksellers to receive cash bonuses for their hard work.
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You Will Know Me: Novel Looks Inside the World of Competitive Gymnastics
Posted on · The opening ceremonies are tonight (Aug. 5, 2016) for the 2016 summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are several Houston-area athletes involved in the games in a variety of sports, including gymnast Simone Biles, the Hurley sisters in fencing, swimmer Cammile Adams, marksman Glen Eller and Steven Lopez in Tae Kwon Do. […]