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Join Our Virtual Summer Reading Camp Today!

Does your child love reading? Are you looking to give them a fun and engaging way to stay sharp during the summer? Look no further! Reach Scholars Tutoring's Virtual Reading Summer Camp is the perfect way to unlock your child's reading potential. …

Guinness World Records Recognized Book Features Linton Hall Students Dhruv and Darsh Amitabh

The two brothers’ stories are featured in the world’s largest published book written by children for children as recognized by the Guinness World Records/

Local Writer Brings Poetry Workshops to Unexpected Places

Katherine Gotthardt is on a mission “to bring poetry, writing and literary arts to unexpected places.” The poet is leading free poetry writing workshops for high school students and other …

PWCS Announces 2023's Outstanding Educators of the Year

PWCS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022-23 Outstanding Educators Awards. This year we recognized finalists for the Novice Teacher, Teacher, and Principal of the Year at the awards …

BookTrib's Bites: From Celebrations of Love to Revenge Stories

(NewsUSA) - We Never Knew of Darkness by Dennis SnyderIn April 1994, Hutu extremists—known as the Interahamwe —assassinated Rwanda's president and embarked on a campaign of ruthless genocide …

Autistic Air-Crash Investigator, Unexpected Heroine, Sets Tone for Lauded Political Technothrillers

(NewsUSA) - He’s written more than 70 books and is drawing heavy praise for his recurring female protagonist, an autistic who made herself into a genius air-crash investigator. In Miranda Chase, …

Booktrib's Bites: Four Reads to Kick Off Autumn

(NewsUSA) - Henderson House by Caren Simpson McVickerAn enchanting boardinghouse tale of sisters, secrets, and later-in-life romance, Henderson House invites readers to pull up a rocking chair and …

Booktrib’s Bites: From Inspiring Memoirs to Gothic Horror

(NewsUSA) - Made in Maine by Shawn Samuelson HenryWhen the mill closes, Edgewater's economy and hope collapse. Hunter's father starts drinking and becomes an embarrassment to Hunter, trying to …

Booktrib's Bites: From Greek Myth to WWII

(NewsUSA) - Made in Maine by Shawn Samuelson HenryWhen the mill closes, Edgewater's economy and hope collapse. Hunter's father starts drinking and becomes an embarrassment to Hunter, trying to …

Booktrib's Bites: Four Reads to Cap off the Summer

(NewsUSA) - Aldek’s Bestiary by Romuald RomanThis collection of 21 wry short stories features various animals that an acclaimed Polish writer uses to illustrate his experiences growing up in …

Booktrib's Bites: Four Diverse Reads

(NewsUSA) - Orbem by Scott V. AdrianIn this Sci-Fi/Portal fantasy, Dr. Graeme Milford, a 32-year=old technologist and Japanese sword-fighting enthusiast, invents personal wormhole transportation at …

New book offers solutions to fix broken education system

(NewsUSA) - Like the title of his book says, the United States education system is in trouble and needs to be fixed!On the world stage, the U.S. is a middle-of-the-pack performer when it comes to …

Inside the book-ban machine: The rise of 'parental rights' groups and their efforts to ban books

As attempts to ban books intensify, Stacker explored how organized efforts have enabled broader challenges at U.S. libraries and schools.

Booktrib's Bites: From Dark Romance to Political Commentary

(NewsUSA) -  Captivated by Jessica RookerQuinton Starks is a vain, self-absorbed, philandering playboy and company president whose life is work, partying, and one-night stands. He treats women as …

Booktrib's Bites: Murder, Treasure and Beekeeping

(NewsUSA) - Echo From a Bayou by J. Luke BenneckeMurder. Treasure. A supernatural twist. In this latest work from a multi-award-winning author, John Bastian is plunged into a dangerous journey to …

THE LAST PROFESSIONAL – Another Potential Classic in America’s Literary Landscape

(NewsUSA) - It’s been said that Ed Davis has done for American railroads what Jack Kerouac did for American highways and John Steinbeck did for American nomads. Lofty comparisons indeed.And it’s …

Help Toys for Tots Turn the Page on Illiteracy

(NewsUSA) - The Marine Toys for Tots Literacy Program announces a new literacy initiative, “Operation Turn the Page,” that will equip children across the United States with the tools they need …

Booktrib's Bites: Four Captivating Reads

(NewsUSA) - Running with the President by August Martin Jr.Democracy is under attack, militant extremist groups unleash chaos upon the American people, and conspiracy theories are mistaken for …
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Gritty, Eccentric Author/Singer/CEO Brings Fresh New Voice to the Literary Scene
(NewsUSA) - Patrick Girondi is not your typical author. Actually, he’s not your typical individual. A high school dropout originally from the South Side of Chicago, he is an Italian and American …
Booktrib's Bites: From Video Game Development to World War II
(NewsUSA) - I Got It from Here by Francesca MiracolaRaw and illuminating, this is one woman’s story of saving herself and her children from the grips of a sociopath posing as a family man—and …
Memoir From “Lion of the Law” Recalls Courtroom Battles and Groundbreaking Cases
(NewsUSA) - Gender discrimination, freedom of the press, voting rights, refugees, sexual harassment, false imprisonment—mention any headline in the nightly news, and legal legend James Brosnahan …
An Essential Guide to the Modern Economy for Citizens and Policymakers
(NewsUSA) - "Richard Vague is a rare combination of scholar, practitioner, and communicator. In The Paradox of Debt, he provides an essential guide to the modern economy that can be read with profit …
Booktrib's Bites: Four Fascinating Reads
(NewsUSA) - Radical Business by David GainesDo you have, work for, or dream of starting a business or organization that positively impacts the world while also turning a profit? Here’s a blueprint …
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Local Writer Brings Poetry Workshops to Unexpected Places

Katherine Gotthardt is on a mission “to bring poetry, writing and literary arts to unexpected places.” The poet is leading free poetry writing workshops for high school students and other …

Column: Here's Your Chance to 'Get Happier, Dammit!'

What if you could enjoy each day a little more than you do now? You’d probably be happier, right? Most of us would be.

Manassas Writer, Artist Debuts Novel 'Queen Anne's Lace'

Dawn Gardner signs copies of "Queens Anne Lace." She is surrounded by her daughter Rachel Dugger, brother and friend. Dawn Gardner, Manassas woman, artist, and business owner, is excited to announce …

Linton Hall 6th Grader Dhruv Amitabh Wins National Short Story Contest

Dhruv Amitabh's 'The First Grade Field Trip' was selected to be published in 'iWRITE Short Stories by Kids for Kids: Publishing Contest's Anthology 12.'

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