Literature
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Book review: Witty friends bond in 'People We Meet on Vacation'
May 17, 2021 6:00 am - "People We Meet on Vacation" by Emily Henry (Berkley) A truly good romantic comedy, whether it be a novel or a movie, justifies why two people are drawn ...
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Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Month in Wheaton in MayMay 16, 2021 11:00 pm - Wheaton Public Library and the City of Wheaton are celebrating Asian American & Pacific Month in May by offering programs and book displays for all ages. On Tuesday, Ma...
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Book review: Stacey Abrams writes a legal-political thriller
May 15, 2021 11:00 pm - “While Justice Sleeps” by Stacey Abrams (Doubleday) “While Justice Sleeps” is a deftly written page-turner — understated action, vivid characters and a t...
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Book review: Exclusive women's club sparks a new mystery novel
May 15, 2021 7:29 am - "A Special Place for Women" by Laura Hankin (Berkley) If you've harbored curiosity or skepticism about secret societies or clubs, "A Special Place for Wo...
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Constable: Nicarico case at center of lawyer's diverse careerMay 15, 2021 1:00 am - During more than four decades as an attorney, Gary V. Johnson of St. Charles has compiled a rare legal trifecta. As Kane County state's attorney, he sent people to priso...
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Wheaton Rotary brings Little Free Library to Cantigny ParkMay 13, 2021 1:00 am - So you've found a shady spot on a bench in one of Cantigny Park's idyllic gardens, and all that's missing is a good book to read to your child. Families can now hit the ...
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Elmhurst Public Library presents 'An Evening with Martha Hall Kelly'May 11, 2021 11:00 pm - Join Elmhurst Public Library for an evening with Martha Hall Kelly, author of "Lilac Girls," "Lost Roses," and her new title, "Sunflower Sisters." Kelly speaks about he...
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Review: Stacey Abrams writes a legal-political thriller
May 11, 2021 7:00 am - 'œWhile Justice Sleeps,'ť Stacey Abrams (Doubleday) 'œWhile Justice Sleeps'ť is a deftly written page-turner - understated action, vivid characters and a tense, plausibl...
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Review: Exclusive women's club sparks a new mystery novel
May 11, 2021 7:00 am - 'œA Special Place for Women,'ť by Laura Hankin (Berkley) If you've harbored curiosity or skepticism about secret societies or clubs, 'œA Special Place for Women'ť by La...
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Book review: CNN anchor Jake Tapper fails in covering a thriller
May 11, 2021 6:00 am - "The Devil May Dance" by Jake Tapper (Little, Brown) As Jake Tapper's new thriller, "The Devil May Dance," opens in the year 1960, New York Republican Co...