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SUMMARY:Washington | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 108
DESCRIPTION:Buckle up and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit the state of Washington on our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on February 4th at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nJoin us in the Evergreen State to hear about the legacy of writers shaped by their time in the Pacific Northwest—from sci-fi legends like Frank Herbert’s iconic Dune series and Octavia Butler’s speculative Parable of the Sower to more lighthearted tales like Tom Robbins’ satirical novel Even Cowgirls Get the Blues. Rediscover powerful classics like the short stories and poems of Raymond Carver (Cathedral) and the fictional reckoning with the Asian American experience during WWII in John Okada’s No-No Boy. \nHear from today’s writers living in Washington’s vibrant literary scene who have a knack for blending genres: Jess Walter’s comedy thriller So Far Gone\, Donna Barba Higuera’s (The Last Cuentista) fusion of Hispanic heritage with science fiction\, and Timothy Egan’s (The Big Burn) riveting narrative nonfictions that retell American history. Alongside them are authors who share stories often left untold\, including Coast Salish writer Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe and her memoir Red Paint\, and Frank Abe’s reflections on mass injustice in the propelling graphic novel We Hereby Refuse. \nAmid the mountains and thousands of miles of coastline lies a book lover’s paradise. Washington boasts a thriving independent bookstore scene—with island bookshops and fantastic libraries\, including the Seattle Central Library\, which houses over one million books and doubles as an architectural landmark. But it’s not just brick-and-mortar institutions that inspire travelers; the landscape itself sparks literary imagination. The lush green Hoh Rainforest serves as the stunning backdrop for novels like the Twilight series\, while the rugged peaks and misty shores have long fueled the region’s storytelling tradition. \nEpisode Book ListAbout American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/washington-american-stories-a-reading-road-trip-episode-108/
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SUMMARY:Julia Keefe and the Indigenous Big Band | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Resilience and Brilliance in Indigenous Jazz\nFor hundreds of years\, songs have been the vessels for stories\, lessons\, and prayers for the Indigenous peoples of the Americas. One of the newest additions to this world is the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band\, which presented its very first concert in 2022. The band focuses on reimagined traditional melodies made famous by Indigenous jazz musicians from the past\, like singer Mildred Bailey (Coeur d’Alene) and saxophonist Jim Pepper (Kaw/​Mvskoke)\, as well as new works that push the genre forward. \nLed by the celebrated vocalist and luminary Julia Keefe (Nez Percé)\, the ensemble brings charisma\, passion\, and purpose to every stage\, leaving audiences both inspired and educated. The band has quickly gained a reputation for deepening and challenging our understanding of the ​“uniquely American” art form known as jazz. The goals of the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band are to celebrate and continue that tradition\, to compose and perform new music inspired by traditional backgrounds\, and to create a community of like-minded peoples from all backgrounds to uplift the next generation of Indigenous jazz musicians. \nIndigenous jazz musicians\, ensembles\, and big bands have their place in the contemporary jazz world and jazz history. Following 19th-century federal policies to remove Indian children from their homes and indoctrinate them into European culture (Indian Boarding Schools)\, small ensembles and big bands began to flourish on reservations across the US and Canada in the first half of the Twentieth Century. Indigenous musicians started to ascend to celebrity with jazz as their medium – including Russell ​“Big Chief” Moore\, Mildred Bailey\, Oscar Pettiford\, and Jim Pepper – but were never duly credited as Indigenous visionaries in the genre. \nThe Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band reflects a wide range of Indigenous identities\, from South America to Canada\, Northeast to Southwest. Together\, they represent a long-silenced\, long-forgotten chapter of jazz history: the participation\, contribution\, innovation\, and legacy of Indigenous jazz musicians. This is a legacy that seasoned composers and arrangers Julia Keefe and co-founder Delbert Anderson (Diné) carry forward through original works inspired by songs and rhythms of their Native heritage\, reimagined through the language and stylings of jazz. \nPresented in partnership with the University Musical Society\, the talk will be followed by the band’s performance presented by UMS\, beginning at 8 PM. \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/julia-keefe-and-the-indigenous-big-band-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:Filmmaker Talk with Kim A. Snyder\, "The Librarians"
DESCRIPTION:In this timely PBS Books Filmmaker Talk\, award-winning director and producer Kim A. Snyder joins host Heather-Marie Montilla for an in-depth conversation about The Librarians\, the powerful new documentary that examines the growing national debate over access to information and the freedom to read. \nCreated in conjunction with the February 9 premiere of The Librarians on PBS\, the film follows librarians across the United States who find themselves on the frontlines of an escalating struggle over library collections\, intellectual freedom\, and democratic values. During this conversation\, Snyder reflects on the four-year journey behind the film\, from its origins in Texas to its expansion into a national story. \nThe discussion also explores the human dimension of the film: the integrity and courage of librarians\, the communities that stand beside them\, and the broader implications for education\, public life\, and First Amendment rights. Grounded in storytelling rather than partisanship\, The Librarians invites viewers into a necessary conversation about who gets to decide what stories are available—and why that question matters to us all. \nThis PBS Books Filmmaker Talk encourages audiences to reflect\, engage\, and continue the dialogue in their own communities\, libraries\, and classrooms. \nThe Librarians will stream on the PBS App and PBS Stations\, check your local listings. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPBS Watch-Alike: Independent Lens | The Librarians\nThe Librarians traces how library collection standards are impacting communities across the U.S. Librarians find themselves on the frontlines of debates as they navigate the review of library materials that includes books with LGBTQIA+ and race-related themes.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/filmmaker-talk-with-the-librarians/
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SUMMARY:Rick Lowe | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:In Spite Of\nRick Lowe is an American artist who pairs paintings\, drawings\, and installations with collaborative\, community-based projects developed in the tradition of Joseph Beuys’ concept of ​“social sculpture.” Working closely with individuals and communities\, he has identified many ways to harness creativity to address concerns around equity and justice. Beginning with his co-founding of Project Row Houses (1993 – 2008) in Houston’s Third Ward and continuing through other initiatives across the United States and internationally\, Lowe aims to catalyze sustainable change to promote understanding\, equity\, and justice. \nIn his studio-based practice\, Lowe combines painting and collage to develop works — often at an expansive scale — that take an exploratory approach to geography and abstraction. Inspired in part by patterns of domino games that he plays to engage with community members worldwide\, he notes correspondences between the dense\, layered arrangements of domino tiles and maps of urban districts. The vibrant paintings that emerge suggest cartographic configurations and transformations of civic structures and relationships over time. \nBorn in Russell County\, Alabama\, Lowe lives and works in Houston. Since 2016\, he has taught at the University of Houston’s College of the Arts as a professor of interdisciplinary practice. Among his many honors\, he received the Heinz Award in the Arts and Humanities in 2002\, was named a MacArthur Fellow in 2014\, and was the Roy Lichtenstein Artist in Residence at the American Academy in Rome in 2024. \nLowe has been working as part of the U‑M Arts Initiative’s Creators on Campus program as artist in residence with the Institute for Social Research (ISR) over the last two years\, collaborating with students and researchers in preparation for his upcoming exhibition at UMMA. The exhibition\, featuring his ongoing project\, Black Wall Street Journey\, will open in August 2026. \nPresented in partnership with the Institute for Social Research\, Arts Initiative\, and the University of Michigan Museum of Art. \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/rick-lowe-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:U.S. Virgin Islands | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 109
DESCRIPTION:Join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit the U.S. Virgin Islands in our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on February 18th at 8pm ET for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nJourney to the Caribbean paradise of the U.S. Virgin Islands\, where history drifts on the ocean breeze and stories ripple far beyond the shores. Rooted in generations of oral and written tradition\, these narratives stretch from the formidable youth of Alexander Hamilton\, who would help shape a nation\, to D. Hamilton Jackson\, whose fight for a free press forever changed the islands and founded The Herald. This legacy had endured with voices like Dr. Marilyn Krigger\, (Race Relations in the U.S. Virgin Islands)\, and J. Antonio Jarvis\, founder of the Daily News and author of The Virgin Islands and Their People\, each carrying forward dialogs that continue to define the islands today. \nHear from the writers shaping the U.S. Virgin Islands’ literary present and future. Cadwell Turnbull’s The Lesson uses speculative storytelling to interrogate colonial legacy\, power\, and resilience\, while Tiphanie Yanique\, author of Monster in the Middle\, brings a lyrical intimacy to island life and its complexities. Angela Golden Bryan’s James and the Fireburn preserves and elevates Crucian storytelling traditions\, connecting past and present through story. Discover The Caribbean Writer\, the annual journal that amplifies voices from across the islands and the Caribbean diaspora\, and explore a literary heritage rooted in memory\, imagination\, and the enduring power of the written word. Together\, these works reflect a profound engagement with history\, identity\, and place. \nThe islands may be small\, but their devotion to books\, history\, and cultural memory is immense. Be inspired by statues honoring the Queens of the Fireburn\, whose courage helped ignite a labor revolution that reshaped the islands. Wander streets lined with buildings dating back to the 1500s\, and explore historic landmarks like Fort Christian on St. Thomas—once a bulwark against pirates. Along the way\, step into local bookstores that do far more than sell books; these spaces serve as vibrant cultural hubs\, fostering art\, conversation\, and community while keeping the islands’ stories alive for generations to come. \nAbout American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/us-virgin-islands-american-stories-a-reading-road-trip-episode-109/
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SUMMARY:Basil Twist | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Alchemy of Puppetry\nBasil Twist is a visionary\, third-generation puppeteer whose work has reshaped contemporary puppetry worldwide. A San Francisco native and the only American graduate of France’s École Supérieure Nationale des Arts de la Marionnette\, he gained national attention with The Araneidae Show and the ground-breaking multiple award-winning Symphonie Fantastique\, which revealed him as a singular artist of unlimited imagination. His inventive\, genre-defying productions — from Petrushka and Dogugaeshi to Arias with a Twist (co-created with nightlife icon Joey Arias) — have toured internationally. \nDeeply musical in nature\, Twist’s love of music has led to major opera collaborations at the Opéra Comique\, English National Opera\, Houston Grand Opera\, and Vienna State Opera. Other operatic highlights include Hansel and Gretel and La Bella Dormente Nel Bosco\, and De Falla’s Master Peters Pupper Show with Eos Orchestra. \nIn dance\, he has created puppetry for works by Christopher Wheeldon\, Pilobolus\, the Joffrey Ballet\, Dutch National Ballet\, San Francisco Ballet\, Royal Ballet\, and Joe Goode Dance Company\, and adapted Petrushka for symphony orchestras and City Center’s Fall for Dance.  \nTwist created the siblings in Paula Vogel’s The Long Christmas Ride Home at Trinity Repertory\, The Long Wharf\, and The Vineyard Theatre\, including directing and designing the West Coast première at The Magic Theatre. He also designed the play-within-a-play for Oskar Eustis’ Hamlet at Shakespeare in the Park and worked on Des McAnuff’s Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots at La Jolla Playhouse. Broadway credits include puppetry design for Charlie and The Chocolate Factory\, Oh\, Hello!\, and The Addams Family\, as well as puppetry direction for the Pee-Wee Herman Show. A longtime collaborator with the late Lee Breuer and Mabou Mines\, Twist also worked on Peter and Wendy\, Red Beads\, and A Streetcar Named Desire at the Comédie Française. \nTwist has received a MacArthur Fellowship\, Rome Prize\, Guggenheim Fellowship\, Doris Duke Performing Artist Award\, USA Fellowship\, and multiple Obie\, Drama Desk\, Bessie\, UNIMA\, and Henry Hewes Awards. He directs the internationally recognized Dream Music Puppetry Program at HERE in New York City. \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/basil-twist-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:Book Picks for Black History Month with Princess Weekes and Lauren Smith | Readers Club Episode 302
DESCRIPTION:In this special episode of the PBS Books Readers Club\, hosts Princess Weekes and Lauren Smith recommend their favorite Black History Month reads. The episode will be available on PBS Books YouTube Chanel on February 1st\, and as a Facebook Live Event on February 25th at 8pm EST. \nFebruary is Black History Month\, and in 2026 we mark a major milestone: 100 years of national Black history commemorations. What began as a weeklong observance has grown into an annual opportunity to reflect\, learn\, and celebrate Black history\, culture\, and contributions. In this special episode\, PBS Books Readers Club hosts Lauren Smith and Princess Weekes share book recommendations that spotlight and celebrate Black authors. \nPrincess reflects\, “I think so often Black literature is used for educational or sociological purposes. And that’s great\, but we have rich narratives outside of that. So\, I was looking for stories about Black people being complicated\, messy\, and trying to find love— because\, you know\, I love a romance!” \nWhich books make the list? From a sweeping reimagining of The Great Gatsby to a gritty Southern crime saga\, this list spans intimate family histories\, cultural touchstones\, and stories that wrestle with faith\, desire\, and belonging. Expect bold voices\, moral reflections and unforgettable communities. Join Lauren and Princess as they reveal their picks and share a few on their personal TBR lists. \nPBS Watch-Alike: Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven HistoryThis new PBS documentary series hosted by Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. explores the deep\, complex relationship between Black and Jewish Americans across U.S. history. Tracing moments of solidarity\, shared struggle\, cultural exchange\, and periods of tension\, the series examines how these two communities have shaped American life—While also reflecting on the challenges and need for cooperation in the face of ongoing injustices. \nSeries premiere Tuesday\, February 3rd @ 9ET\, on PBS\, the PBS app and pbs.org \n About the Hosts\nPrincess Weekes\nPrincess Weekes is an award winning writer and video essayist who works at breaking down the intersections between race\, gender\, and pop culture. Formally an Assistant Editor at The Mary Sue\, co-host of Netflix’s The Geeked Podcast\, and co-host and co-writer on the PBS Digital Series It’s Lit. On weekends she works as a bookseller at a local bookstore. When not reading or writing she can be found playing TTRPGs of cuddling with her cat\, Lola. \n\n\nLauren Smith\nExecutive Producer and host of national PBS programming at Detroit PBS\, Lauren develops content for PBS and other distributors of public media for broadcast\, streaming\, and other digital channels and has executive-produced and/or produced over 60 national broadcast and programs. Her passion is to develop inspiring\, entertaining\, and educational content alongside the best national and international talent\, and to engage important content with communities across the country. Lauren loves to read and has worked to develop and produce PBS Books content for nearly ten years!
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/book-picks-for-black-history-month-with-princess-weekes-and-lauren-smith-readers-club-episode-302/
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SUMMARY:Arkansas | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 110
DESCRIPTION:Fasten your seatbelts and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit Arkansas on our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on March 4th at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nFrom the Ozark Mountains in the north\, to the flat farmlands of the Delta\, Arkansas has been inspiring writers for generations. In the small town of Stamps\, Maya Angelou found her voice again and immortalized it in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. In Little Rock\, journalist and activist Daisy Bates (Long Shadow of Little Rock) stood on the steps of Central High School\, mentoring the Little Rock Nine through one of the most pivotal moments in American history. Southern fiction writers like Charles Portis (True Grit) and John Grisham (A Painted House) proved that Arkansas stories could captivate the world\, and poets like Miller Williams (Some Jazz a While)\, Henry Dumas (Poetry for My People)\, and C.D. Wright (Lake Echo\, Dear) ensured its literary legacy ran just as deep. \nThe Natural State’s sweeping landscapes and layered histories continue to foster bold imaginations today. Speculative writer Ayana Gray (I\, Medusa) and children’s book author Katie Duffield (Start Your Engines) both credit Arkansas’ rich sense of place as a creative wellspring. And writers like Daniel Black (Isaac’s Song) and Eli Cranor (Don’t Know Tough) take an unflinching look behind the curtain of Southern life\, exploring the beauty and the struggle with honesty. \nFor book lovers\, Arkansas is as much a destination as it is an inspiration. The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) boasts remarkable branches that champion local literature\, while independent bookshops across the state proudly support homegrown talent. Literary pilgrims can also walk in the footsteps of their favorite characters — tracing Mattie Ross’s journey from True Grit along the trail from Dardanelle to the real-life courtroom of Judge Isaac Parker\, now preserved as part of a national historic site. \n\n            \n          About American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/arkansas-american-stories-a-reading-road-trip-episode-110/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
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SUMMARY:Iowa | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 111
DESCRIPTION:Buckle up and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit Iowa on our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on March 11th at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nBetween the mighty Mississippi and Missouri rivers lies Iowa\, a state steeped in stories. Before statehood\, Chief Black Hawk gave voice to his people through his dictated autobiography\, Life of Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak\, a rare and powerful firsthand account of the Sauk people’s forced removal during the Black Hawk War. Another long-overlooked voice is Mildred Benson\, a novelist and journalist who wrote over 100 books in her lifetime\, including 23 of the first 30 Nancy Drew mysteries under the pen name Carolyn Keene. \nAnother significant Iowan is Forrest Spaulding\, who turned his belief in free speech into action\, authoring the landmark Library Bill of Rights — a document still used today to affirm that libraries have the right to curate their collections and that readers have the right to choose what they read. \nIowa has also shaped the literary world through the prestigious Iowa Writers’ Workshop at the University of Iowa\, which counts among its alumni celebrated and award-winning authors like John Irving (The World According to Garp) as well as multiple U.S. Poets Laureate\, including Rita Dove (Thomas and Beulah). \nAmong the celebrated alumni of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop is Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley\, whose time in Iowa inspired novels like A Thousand Acres and The Last Hundred Years saga. Hear how Iowa shaped her stories\, alongside New York Times bestselling authors who still call the state home today\, including thriller writer Heather Gudenkauf (The Overnight Guest) and romance author Denise Williams (How to Fail at Flirting). \nIowans love their libraries! With 544 public libraries\, the state ranks 8th in the nation per capita for registered borrowers\, and with local branches that serve their communities all the way up to the grand State Law Library in Des Moines\, it’s no wonder. Book lovers can also embark on a statewide tour of independent bookstores featuring over 40 stops\, coordinated by the owner of Green Dragon Books in Fort Dodge. And no literary tour of Iowa would be complete without a visit to Iowa City\, one of only a handful of UNESCO Cities of Literature in the world\, where the celebrated Literature Walk pays tribute to the writers and words that have shaped the state’s rich storytelling tradition. \n\n            \n          About American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/iowa-american-stories-a-reading-road-trip/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
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SUMMARY:Nevada | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 112
DESCRIPTION:Saddle up and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit Nevada for our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on March 18th at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more.  \nNevada — the Silver State — is known for its long history of mining and the bright lights of Las Vegas. But there is far more to this vast state than the neon glow of the Strip. It is where Samuel Clemens worked as a frontier reporter and adopted the pen name Mark Twain\, wrote Roughing It\, and went on to become one of America’s most notorious authors. Where Sarah Winnemucca survived the forced displacement of her people\, rose to become a fierce activist for Indigenous rights\, and penned her powerful memoir Life Among the Paiutes. As settlers pushed westward chasing silver and gold\, stories traveled with them\, from tall tales of frontier life to John C. Frémont’s expedition accounts of the Great Basin. And no conversation about Nevada literature would be complete without Walter Van Tilburg Clark’s morally gripping The Ox-Bow Incident and Robert Laxalt’s portrait of immigrant identity in Sweet Promised Land.  \nNevada’s literary scene is very much alive today. Current Nevada Poet Laureate Shaun Griffin (Anthem for a Burnished Land) has built a legacy both on and off the page\, teaching creative writing in prisons and working to expand those programs across the state. Former Poet Laureate Gailmarie Pahmeier also contributes to the state’s creative landscape with Of Bone\, of Ash\, of Ordinary Saints\, a love song to Nevada and all the strangers that pass through. Robert Laxalt’s grandson Gabriel Urza (The Silver State) carries on the family’s storytelling tradition\, reflecting Nevada in his own acclaimed works. And nonfiction writer Michael Branch (On the Trail of the Jackalope) uses humor and sharp observation to shed light on real environmental concerns facing the American West.  \nFrom the towering aspens of the Sierra Nevada to the open plains of the Great Basin\, Nevada offers a wealth of literary destinations worth exploring. In Reno\, the Downtown Reno Library impresses visitors with its living plant installations and almost otherworldly atmosphere\, while The Radical Cat bookstore doubles as a cat adoption center\, and the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame celebrates the state’s rich literary legacy. In Southern Nevada\, book lovers can enjoy Las Vegas’s vibrant arts scene while visiting The Writer’s Block and checking out another literary gem\, the West Las Vegas Library. Each year\, the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko brings together voices that keep the spirit of the American West alive.  \n\n            \n          About American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/nevada-american-stories-a-reading-road-trip/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
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SUMMARY:Shaka Senghor | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:How To Be Free\nShaka Senghor is an inspirational speaker\, entrepreneur\, and author of the bestselling books How To Be Free\, Writing My Wrongs\, and Letters to the Sons of Society. A sought-after resilience expert and recognized ​“Soul Igniter” in Oprah’s inaugural SuperSoul 100\, Senghor captivates and transforms audiences worldwide with his extraordinary journey from incarceration to influence. Through raw authenticity and profound insight\, he shares not only his story but also the resilience practices that fueled his own remarkable transformation\, showing that reinvention is not just possible — it is within everyone’s reach. \n\nIn How To Be Free\, Senghor offers a roadmap for breaking free from the self-doubt\, past narratives\, and fear of failure he calls ​“Hidden Prisons.” Drawing from lessons he learned during his 19 years in prison — including seven in solitary — he reveals the mindset and daily practices that transformed his life and can help anyone build their own foundation of freedom. Through journaling\, meditation\, mindfulness\, and creative expression\, he shows how to turn vision into action and step into full potential\, from deepening relationships to achieving career success. \nListening to How To Be Free\, audiences learn to transform setbacks into comebacks\, discover sustainable joy\, cultivate composure under pressure\, turn vulnerability into strength\, break cycles of grief and shame\, protect their energy while supporting others\, and create a personal blueprint to true freedom. Senghor provides both inspiration and practical steps\, making real change feel possible\, proving that freedom starts now. \nWith support from the Prison Creative Arts Project.  \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/shaka-senghor-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:Debbie Horsfield: Head Writer and Executive Producer of The Forsytes | Readers Club Episode 303
DESCRIPTION:This March\, the PBS Books Readers Club takes on John Galsworthy’s classic novel series The Forsyte Saga\, a historical drama series and the inspiration for the highly anticipated PBS Masterpiece program\, The Forsytes. \nIn this special episode\, the PBS Books Readers Club welcomes one of Britain’s most celebrated television writers\, Debbie Horsfield\, Head Writer of The Forsytes. The episode premieres on March 25th at 8PM ET as a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nThe Forsytes is a sweeping drama about a powerful Victorian family bound by wealth\, tradition\, and social expectations. Drama ensues as family members are tested by love\, ambition\, and betrayal. As fortunes rise and fall\, one question echoes across generations: Do you adhere to duty…or do you follow your heart? \nDebbie reflects\, “I think one of the themes of the of the series is… do you follow your head\, or do you follow your heart? Even if you follow your heart\, does it guarantee that it’s the right decision? If you follow your head\, does it guarantee it’s the wrong decision? \nJoin PBS Books Readers Club hosts Fred Nahhat and Lauren Smith as they talk with The Forsytes series Head Writer and Executive Producer\, Debbie Horsfield on how she approached this stunning reimagining of John Galsworthy’s classic Forsyte Saga novels to offer a fresh entry point and a deeper look into the world of the Forsyte family. Part prequel\, part re-examination\, the series expands the story by bringing the women of the family to the forefront\, revealing the personal costs of privilege in late-Victorian England. It’s a lush\, emotionally rich epic filled with romance\, conflict\, and unforgettable characters. \n\n            \n          PBS Watch-Alike: The ForsytesDesire\, ambition and betrayal simmer at the heart of the sumptuous costume drama\, The Forsytes. Don’t miss the US premiere of this highly-anticipated drama on Sunday\, March 22\, 2026\, 9/8c only on MASTERPIECE on PBS. \nThe Forsytes chronicles the trials and triumphs of a wealthy Victorian stockbroking family\, whose generations find themselves torn between tradition and the personal pursuit of happiness. Inspired by John Galsworthy’s celebrated Forsyte Saga novels\, The Forsytes portrays events that take place before those covered in Galsworthy’s books.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/debbie-horsfield-head-writer-and-executive-producer-of-the-forsytes-readers-club-episode-303/
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SUMMARY:Sheida Soleimani | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:What a Revolutionary Must Know\nSheida Soleimani is an Iranian-American artist\, educator\, and activist. The daughter of political refugees who escaped Iran in the early 1980s\, Soleimani makes work that excavates the histories of violence linking Iran\, the United States\, and the Greater Middle East. In working across form and medium — especially photography\, sculpture\, collage\, and film — she often appropriates source images from popular/​digital media and resituates them within defamiliarizing tableaux. \n\n\nThe composition depends on the question at hand. For example\, how can one do justice to survivor testimony and to the survivors themselves (To Oblivion)? What are the connections between oil\, corruption\, and human rights abuses among OPEC nations (Medium of Exchange)? How do nations work out reparations deals that often turn the ethics of historical injustice into playing fields for their own economic interests (Reparations Packages)? How may the layering of memory and familial history both report fact\, and produce a reckoning with the intimate resonances of a geopolitics of violence (Ghostwriter)? In contrast to Western news\, which rarely covers these problems\, Soleimani makes work that persuades spectators to address them directly and effectively. \nSoleimani’s work is held in permanent collections including the Guggenheim Museum\, Museum of Fine Arts Boston\, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts\, MIT List Visual Art Center\, and Kadist Paris. Her work has been recognized internationally in both exhibitions and publications such as The New York Times\, Financial Times\, Art in America\, and Interview Magazine\, among many others. Based in Providence\, Rhode Island\, Soleimani is also an assistant professor of Studio Art at Brandeis University and a federally licensed wildlife rehabilitator. \nPresented in partnership with the Institute for the Humanities. \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/sheida-soleimani-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:Shana Moulton | Penny Stamps Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Whispering Pines\nShana Moulton is an artist who works in video and performance. Her work blends feminist sensibilities with surrealist imagery and sound to probe the complexities of the contemporary psyche. \n\n\nHer ongoing Whispering Pines series investigates self-help culture\, the pursuit of spiritual fulfillment\, and the often comical absurdities of personal wellness rituals. Across performances\, videos\, and installations\, Moulton uses her alter ego\, Cynthia\, to craft narratives that are both deeply personal and widely relatable\, exploring the shifting boundaries between the mundane and the mystical in an era of global digital capitalism. Cynthia is in constant pursuit of fulfillment through new-age kitsch\, self-help paraphernalia\, and cosmetic rituals. The series takes its name from the mobile home park where Moulton grew up\, located between Fresno\, California\, and Yosemite National Park. \nThrough these works\, Moulton transforms ordinary objects\, domestic rituals\, and everyday spaces into intimate\, surreal landscapes that reflect on anxiety\, consumerism\, and the search for meaning in contemporary life. \nHer work invites audiences into a playful yet contemplative world\, where humor and vulnerability coexist\, encouraging reflection on the ways we navigate self-care\, technology\, and personal transformation in the modern age. \nMoulton’s videos have appeared in exhibitions and screenings around the world\, with presentations at venues and festivals such as The Armory Show Art Fair\, New York; Smack Mellon\, Brooklyn; Loop ​’05 Video Festival\, Barcelona; Rencontres internationales Paris/​Berlin\, Paris; Aurora\, Edinburgh; Dark Light Festival\, Dublin; Impakt Festival\, Utrecht; Internationale Kurzfilmtage\, Oberhausen; Canada Gallery\, New York; and Bellwether\, New York. \nIn Partnership with the Ann Arbor Film Festival. \nThis project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan. \nSeries presenting partners: Detroit PBS\, ALL ARTS\, and PBS Books. Media partner: Michigan Public.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/shana-moulton-penny-stamps-speaker-series/
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SUMMARY:The CAALS Bauder Lecture with Marlon James
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books is thrilled to partner with the Marygrove Conservancy’s Contemporary American Authors Lecture Series (CAALS) to welcome Marlon James\, winner of the 2015 Man Booker Prize as the featured speaker for the 2026 Bauder Lecture live streaming event. \nMarlon James is a critically acclaimed Jamaican author whose work blends rich storytelling\, historical insight\, and imaginative scope. He is the recipient of the 2015 Man Booker Prize for his novel A Brief History of Seven Killings\, which was hailed for its epic narrative and unflinching exploration of Jamaica’s history. His other novels\, including Black Leopard\, Red Wolf and Moon Witch\, Spider King\, have cemented his reputation as a master of contemporary literature\, known for his bold narratives\, complex characters\, and lyrical prose. \nJames’s writing traverses genres—from historical fiction to fantasy—while always illuminating profound questions of identity\, power\, and human experience. His work has garnered international recognition and has been celebrated for its fearless creativity and depth. \nJoin us for an inspiring evening as Marlon James shares his insights\, experiences\, and reflections on the craft of writing as part of this signature Marygrove Conservancy lecture series. \nThis event is made possible by major sponsors\, including the Lillian and Don Bauder Endowment\, The Kresge Foundation\, the CME Group Foundation and Detroit PBS.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/the-caals-bauder-lecture-with-marlon-james/
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SUMMARY:PBS Books National Library Week: Celebrating Libraries & Librarians
DESCRIPTION:Join PBS Books & Librarian\, Heather-Marie Montilla for a timely and thoughtful conversation with Daniel Montgomery\, Executive Director of the American Library Association (ALA)\, as they explore the enduring importance of libraries and librarians in shaping American society\, culture\, and civic life.  \nTogether\, they will discuss the powerful new film The Librarians\, streaming on the PBS YouTube channel and PBS app. The documentary examines how librarians across the United States are increasingly finding themselves on the frontlines of public conversations about access to information\, education\, and community values. Drawing on historical context and current events\, the film highlights how librarians navigate challenges surrounding library collections while continuing their mission to serve their communities.  \nMontilla and Montgomery will also reflect on the previously released documentary Free for All: The Public Library\, which traces the inspiring history of the public library movement. From the pioneering women who helped establish the "Free Library Movement" to today's librarians working to keep libraries open\, welcoming\, and accessible to all\, the film celebrates the individuals who helped build one of America's most enduring civic institutions.  \nThe conversation will also highlight PBS Books' Filmmaker Talks\, featuring insights from Kim A. Snyder\, director and producer of The Librarians\, and Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor\, creators of Free for All: The Public Library. Through these discussions\, audiences will gain a deeper understanding of the vision behind these films and why their stories resonate so strongly today.  \nThis conversation highlights the vital role libraries continue to play as community anchors—places where knowledge\, curiosity\, and opportunity remain open to everyone.  \nPBS BOOKS WATCH-ALIKE:\n Independent Lens | The Librarians\nWhen lawmakers seek to review a list of books\, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S.\, librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context\, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life. \nWatch Program NowWatch PBS Books Conversation Independent Lens | Free for All: The Public Library\nLearn how a simple idea shaped a nation and the quiet revolutionaries who made it happen. From pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today’s librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures. Free for All shows how libraries have always been a sanctuary for generations of Americans. \nWatch Program with PBS PassportWatch PBS Books Conversation
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/pbs-books-national-library-week-celebrating-libraries-librarians/
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SUMMARY:Wilding by Isabella Tree | PBS Books Readers Club
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books Readers Club welcomes British author and conservationist Isabella Tree to discuss her inspirational non-fiction book Wilding: Returning Nature to Our Farm. The episode premieres on April 29th at 8PM ET as a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nWilding: Returning Nature to Our Farm chronicles the real-life experiences of Isabella Tree and her husband Charlie Burrell as they take on rewilding their 3\,500-acre Knepp Castle Estate in Sussex\, England. A land ravaged by centuries of farming\, it was starting to fail\, and along with it\, the family’s sense of security. Inspired by a visit from an arboriculturist looking to save their old oak trees\, Burrell and Tree decided to take a chance and change everything they were doing with the land. Through the reintroduction of native species both flora and fauna\, this striking case of land revitalization proves there is way to allow the wild to thrive again. \nAs Tree reflects\, “I think the only answer to eco anxiety is to get your hands dirty and do something. And the joy that can come from even transforming a window box… so that you’re now attracting night flying moths and hoverflies and all the forgotten pollinators\, you’re making a difference. And that feels just so fantastic.” \nPart personal memoir\, part history lesson\, and part biology lesson\, Wilding is an uplifting and rare eco-success story. Isabella Tree does a magnificent job weaving together the many aspects of what it means to rewild. From the littlest bugs in the ground to large grazing animals\, each species plays a vital role in bring balance to the environment. It is the true story of nature’s resilience when given a chance. \nPBS Watch-Alike: Wilding Wilding tells the story of a young couple that bets on nature for the future of their failing\, four-hundred-year-old estate. The young couple battles entrenched tradition\, and dares to place the fate of their farm in the hands of nature. Ripping down the fences\, they set the land back to the wild and entrust its recovery to a motley mix of animals both tame and wild. It is the beginning of a grand experiment that will become one of the most significant rewilding experiments in Europe.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/wilding-by-isabella-tree-pbs-books-readers-club/
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