His son’s keen interest in seeds that inspired Hanson to research and assemble this book, which is being called “essential reading for anyone who loves to see plants grow”.
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Thor Hanson’s Latest Book Traces Seeds’ Evolutionary Triumph
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Christina Baker Kline a Smash Hit at One Book One Philadelphia
Christina Baker Kline’s novel “Orphan Train” was selected as the feature title for One Book One Philadelphia 2015, and Kline just completed her final events in Philly.
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Laura McBride Introduces Her Novel in Tarrant County, Texas
Author Laura McBride is in high demand as a speaker. She presented “We Are Called to Rise” in New York last month and heads to Texas next.
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BIC Book Reviews: April 2015
We’ve identified these books as particularly well suited for your Community / Campus reading event!
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Author Interview: Guadalupe Garcia McCall
Guadalupe Garcia McCall, author of Under the Mesquite and Summer of the Mariposa, discusses the inspiration for her books and experience with speaking engagements. April is National Poetry Month, so start planning now to book Guadalupe for next year’s celebration.
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A Look At: Danville – San Ramon CityRead
Seng Lovan, organizer for Danville-San Ramon CityRead, discusses with Books in Common how the program has evolved throughout the last 10 years.
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Author Simon Silva Leads Student-Parent Creativity Workshop
Simon Silva is a celebrated Latino artist, advocate for creative thinking, and inspirational speaker. He recently led a creativity workshop for parents and their children.
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Ron Rash on Southern Writing, the Short Story, and Film Versions of His Books
With two books being translated to the big screen, American attention is turned toward Appalachian author and poet Ron Rash. In this interview he discusses his critical success as well as his origins and creative process as a writer.
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Regina Calcaterra Discusses Her Book, Life, and Social Justice for Children
Today, author Regina Calcaterra discusses a memoir of her childhood, “Etched In Sand” at a highly-anticipated event at Concordia College.
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T.C. Boyle to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Esteemed American author T.C. Boyle will receive a lifetime achievement award at this year’s Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.
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