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Expanding on their bestselling “Campfire Stories” books, which feature tales from national parks and beyond, Glenside residents Ilyssa and Dave Kyu will introduce their three new collections at booked on July 19.
Local authors share ‘Campfire Stories’ at booked
Surprisingly, Dave and Ilyssa Kyu, longtime Glenside residents and editors of the “Campfire Books” anthology series, did not grow up camping. more
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Local authors to discuss unsung women activists
Authors Christina Larocco and Heather Shafter will discuss the lives of two women activists at a special event June 28 at Hilltop Books. more
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Chestnut Hill author and screenwriter Tom Turner signed autographs for his fantasy novel, “Sign of the Sandman,” at last year’s annual American Library Association Conference in San Diego. This year's conference will be on June 26-30 in Philadelphia.
Hill novelist featured at national library conference
When the American Library Association (ALA) hosts its annual conferences this weekend, Chestnut Hill author and screenwriter Tom Turner will be there to sign books and chat with conferencegoers. more
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Diamantino (“Tino”) Machado, a professor of sociology at Drexel, La Salle and Widener universities, authored the just-published book, “The Making of a People by Systemic Autocracy.”
Hill author's new book challenges U.S. 'democracy'
Longtime Chestnut Hill resident Diamantino (“Tino”) Machado, 84, is allergic to power. more
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Edward Duffy's new book chronicles the nation’s anniversary celebrations.
Mt. Airy author prepares us for our 250th anniversary
In 2026, the United States will enjoy an explosion of events to honor its 250th anniversary. more
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Glenside author Lillian Gaffney holds a copy of her just-released memoir, “Backstitching Life's Fabric: My Journey of Creative Healing,” a powerful narrative about living with addiction.
Local author survives family tragedies, finds hope
“Backstitching Life's Fabric: My Journey of Creative Healing” is a compelling and at times painful read. more
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David Contosta, the Chestnut Hill College author who has written extensively about the area’s history and its most prominent families, just released his first work of fiction.
First novel after 25 nonfiction books for CHC prof
David Contosta has been teaching history at Chestnut Hill College for 51 years. He’s also likely the most prolific author in the area. more
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Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his latest work, a biography for young audiences that chronicles the life of Malcolm X, during a May 10 book chat at Greene Street Friends.
Award-winning author brings Malcolm X to a younger generation
Award-winning author and activist Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his latest book, “Malcolm Lives!: The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers.” more
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Sprandio Ells says self-publishing has allowed her to be creative with her book covers, which can be used as selfie props.
Local author self-publishes award-winning stories about motherhood
Halfway through Kate Sprandio Ells’ freshman year at Chestnut Hill College, she realized her true passion lay in a creative field. more
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Edith Houghton, one of the subjects of Rabbi Rebecca Alpert’s new book on baseball’s forgotten figures.
Trailblazers cross paths
Sure, the boys of summer are back, but Rabbi Rebecca Alpert wants you to know about “The Kid” of summer. more
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Mt. Airy author Lynn Gregory, with her cat Skeeter, will appear at booked, 8511 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, April 19, at 11 a.m., to discuss her just-released third historical novel, “You've Found Her.”
Three post-career novels for Mt. Airy author at booked
Mt. Airy author Lynn Gregory will appear at booked, 8511 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m., to discuss her third historical novel, “You've Found Her.” more
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Author Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts will lead a workshop on finding Black joy at Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books. She often finds hers on the swings.
Award-winning author brings ‘Black Joy Playbook’ to life
In a world often filled with challenges, pursuing joy sometimes can feel like an elusive dream. Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts is working on it, for herself and others. more
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Author Bridgett Davis will be appearing at booked on Sunday, March 30 to discuss her new memoir, ‘Love, Rita.’
‘Love, Rita’ author brings sisterhood tale to booked
When a test car driver who moonlighted as a belly dancer died of lupus at just 44, her sister began to suspect something beyond mere medical bad luck was at work. more
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Writer and professor Kiese Laymon by artist Emma Redden
Award-winning author to discuss boyhood summers in the South
MacArthur Fellow and acclaimed author Kiese Laymon will appear in conversation with educator and activist Marc Lamont Hill to discuss Laymon’s new picture book. more
Jennifer Celeste Briggs, who grew up in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy, with her daughter, Sarah, the subject of Briggs' book released Jan. 21, “Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism.”
Local author shows path to ‘rise’ above autism diagnosis
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in every 36 children, and at least 2% of adults in the U.S., have autism spectrum disorder. more
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Wendy Horowitz is congratulated on the publication of “Milkweed and Honey Cake: A Memoir in Ritual Moments” by Eric Battle, a local artist/illustrator, at a recent book signing at Barnes and Noble in Center City.
Mt. Airy author's new book 'profound and illuminating'
In her new book "Milkweed and Honey Cake," West Mt. Airy resident Wendy Horwitz explores how ritual transforms everyday moments into something sacred. more
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Photographer Ron Tarver, formerly of The Inquirer and now an associate professor at Swarthmore College, will chat about his latest book, “The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America,” Feb. 20 at Awbury Arboretum in Germantown.
Literary events to explore culture, history and resistance
Northwest Philadelphia's vibrant literary scene takes center stage this month with a powerful lineup of authors, poets, and artists. more
Activist and entrepreneur Shiza Shahid (above with collaborator and Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai) will discuss her new cookbook during an author chat Friday, Feb. 21, at Greene Street Friends in Germantown. Shahid is a co-founder of the Our Place cookware brand.
Our Place co-founder to discuss breaking bread and barriers
Activist and entrepreneur Shiza Shahid will discuss her new cookbook during an author chat on Feb. 21. more
Down North Pizza founder Muhammad Abdul-Hadi, who won the prestigious 2024 James Beard Award for leadership, will launch his new cookbook Feb. 11.
Pizza chef to visit
Combining pizza-making with social justice, award-winning Down North Pizza founder Muhammad Abdul-Hadi will launch his debut cookbook. more
Germantown native Ayana Mathis became a New York Times best-selling author after Oprah Winfrey selected Mathis' first novel, “The Twelve Tribes of Hattie,” as an Oprah Book Club 2.0 selection.
Oprah pick led Mt. Airy writer to literary success
Now, the Philadelphia native has released "The Unsettled," a sweeping narrative that's drawing critical acclaim. more
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