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From Maimonides to Kaczynski: This Week in History
March 30, 2026
From famed scholars to Unabombers, check out these book and video recommendations based on what happened in history this week!
3 for Fans of Remarkably Bright Creatures
March 25, 2026
If you liked Remarkably Bright Creatures and stories about friendship and comfort in unexpected places, you might like these reads.
Women's History Month: Mary Tenney Gray
Mary Tenney Gray was a philanthropist, writer, and suffragist known as the “Mother of the Women’s Club Movement of Kansas.” Born in Pennsylvania, she moved to Kansas in 1859 when her husband became Probate Judge of Wyandotte County.
Women's History Month: Hattie McDaniel
Hattie McDaniel, born in Wichita, Kansas, was a groundbreaking actress, singer, and comedian.
3 for Fans of Reality TV Fiction
March 16, 2026
Some people would kill to get on a reality show. People should be careful what they wish for... The contestants in these stories get more than they bargained for!
From FDR to Martians: This Week in History
From President Franklin D. Roosevelt to the idea of life on Mars, check out these book and video recommendations based on what happened in history this week!
Powerful Films Celebrating Women’s Voices, Achievements, and Stories
Looking for inspiration this Women’s History Month?
The Correspondent Review
The Correspondent made all the best lists for 2025 - and with good reason! This story is told completely through letters, notes, and emails. Sybil Van Antwerp has been a letter writer her whole life.
Invisible Planets Review
Invisible Planets is a collection of contemporary Chinese science fiction stories translated into English.
Naked City: A Graphic Novel Review
Naked City: A Graphic Novel recounts the interconnected lives of three artists in New York City, a singer, a painter, and a dancer, with pictures helping to tell the story.
The Mad Wife Review
What happens when a 1950s suburban housewife stops conforming to the happy homemaker model? After the birth of Lulu Mayfield's second baby, she finds herself unwilling to adhere to the “Good Housekeeping” schedule posted on her fridge.
Celebrate Black History Month with These Powerful Films
Celebrate Black History Month with powerful films that showcase the rich cultural legacy and remarkable contributions of Black Americans.