Literature
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‘A Beautiful Mind’ author sues Columbia UniversityJan 14, 2013 6:22 am - NEW YORK — The Columbia University professor who wrote “A Beautiful Mind” has filed suit against the school over almost $1 million that she says she’s owed. According to...
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Poll Vault: What was the last great book you read?Jan 10, 2013 11:00 pm - My colleague Kim Pohl recently solicited book suggestions on Facebook, so let's help her out. What have you read recently that you'd recommend? Perhaps a thrilling spy n...
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Arlington Heights library renovations ahead of scheduleJan 09, 2013 9:00 am - Major interior renovations at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library are ahead of schedule and under budget, officials said. The $2.8 million project will include new "...
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Jack Swyteck returns in 'Blood Money'Jan 09, 2013 5:00 am - James Grippando continues to deliver great legal suspense with his latest thriller, “Blood Money.” His hero, Miami criminal defense attorney Jack Swyteck, has appear...
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Hockey great Bobby Orr to publish memoirJan 08, 2013 6:40 am - NEW YORK — One of hockey’s greatest and most private stars, Bobby Orr, is finally telling his life story. “Orr: My Story” will be released in October by G.P. Putnam’s So...
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Clark's new mystery an irresistible readJan 08, 2013 5:00 am - Piper Donovan, the heroine of a mystery series by Mary Jane Clark, is fearless and inquisitive, and this trait often puts her in danger. In “Footprints in the Sand,” the...
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McChrystal takes blame for Rolling Stone articleJan 05, 2013 3:16 pm - WASHINGTON — Speaking out for the first time since he resigned, retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal takes the blame for a Rolling Stone article and the unflattering comments...
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Couple offers ‘Family Inc.’ adviceJan 05, 2013 5:00 am - In “Family Inc.,” Caitlin and Andrew Friedman, professionals who have been married for more than 10 years and are the parents of two children, argue that taking the offi...
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Book notes: Pulitzer winner Diamond speaks in Oak ParkJan 04, 2013 5:00 am - Ÿ Emily K. Neuburger, author of the book, “Show Me a Story: 40 Craft Projects and Activities to Spark Children's Storytelling,” will conduct a craft session with youngst...
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Want to learn how to write a children's book?Jan 02, 2013 2:00 pm - Has it ever been your dream to pen a children's book? If so, the Barnes and Noble at Spring Hill Mall is holding a seminar called Introduction to Writing that will give ...