Literature News Monitoring

Ukrainian paramedic and former POW Taira to release first poetry collection written after captivity

Yuliia Paievska. Photo: Paievska on Facebook In late June, Ukrainian paramedic, veteran and former prisoner of war Yuliia "Taira" Paievska will publish her first poetry collection, Nazhyvo (Live), featuring works written after her release from …

'Barely literate': Education secretary's 'deranged' letter gets major red ink corrections

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon is facing criticism for a hyper-partisan letter she sent to Harvard University, riddled with grammatical errors and dubious claims. In the 979-word statement, the Trump administration—through Secretary McMahon— …

Bill Littlefield speaks at Baseball Poetry Festival at Polar Park      

Bill Littlefield, former host of NPR's "Only A Game," spoke May 2 at Welcome Reception for the National Baseball Poetry Festival. His forthcoming book is "What Taught that Mouse to Write?" Victor D. Infante

Canisia Lubrin and Matthew Walsh among finalists for 2025 Trillium Book Awards The prize, now in its 38th year, ...

Canisia Lubrin and Matthew Walsh are among the finalists for the 2025 Trillium Book Awards presented by Ontario Creates. Established in 1987, the prize annually recognizes the best book and best poetry collection from writers in Ontario.   The winners in …

Academic to spotlight Taiwan's Indigenous literature in Australia

Taipei, May 6 (CNA) Paelabang Danapan, a renowned Taiwanese scholar of Indigenous peoples and culture, will hold a series of seminars in Australia from May 7 to 9 to discuss the contributions of Taiwanese Indigenous peoples to literature and culture. At …

Debut novels about war, urban underground among finalists for Amazon award

By Canadian Press on May 6, 2025. Writer, poet and past soldier Benjamin Hertwig is among six finalists for the $60,000 Amazon Canada First Novel Award. Edmonton’s Hertwig made the list for “Juiceboxers,” about four young soldiers serving in Afghanistan, …

Poem: Opportunity

Try knocking on the door of Opportunity; She’s almost always in—as nice as nice can be. She can be disconcerting, seems to never blink, But she expects the same from you—to make you think. Then, often, when she speaks, it’s hard to hear her though; And …

Four teens on why they like poetry

How Sangam texts helped track the Nilgiri tahr: Habitats rediscovered through ancient tamil literature

Audio library launched to preserve Punjabi culture and literature

Q with Tom Power This play is an adaptation of the longest poem ever written Arts -Q |May 5

Arts·Q with Tom Power Canadian actor Miriam Fernandes joins Q's Tom Power to discuss her new play Mahabharata In a Q interview, actor Miriam Fernandes tells Tom Power about co-creating Mahabharata CBC Arts · Posted: May 05, 2025 3:30 PM EDT | Last …

Shaquille Warren wins First Citizens National Poetry Slam

Features Newsday Reporter 5 Hrs Ago Winner of the 2025 First Citizens National Poetry Slam Shaquille Warren. - Photo courtesy Curtis Henry The last night of the 2025 Bocas Lit Fest belonged to the patrons at the finals of the First Citizens National Poetry …

If You Loved Bridgerton, You’ll Love These 8 Regency Era Romance Novels

When we talk about the Regency era, what immediately comes to mind are the ballgowns and ballrooms; the dazzling soirées, the slow-burn glances across a crowded room, the scandalous gossip, and of course, the matchmaking mamas. If you’re familiar with the …

Book Review: Jessica Stanley’s Consider Yourself Kissed should consider itself a hit

Like the protagonist of her second novel, Jessica Stanley is an Australian writer living in London. They share other similarities too, such as favourite authors, and perhaps the moments that Stanley has drawn from her own experience in order to shape …

On a national stage: Bexley student competes in poetry contest

Ezekiel Moses, a ninth grader at Bexley High School, won the Ohio Poetry Out Loud competition. Moses advanced to the national competition in Washington, D.C. after winning school, regional and state competitions. The national competition will be streamed …

Book Review: Restauranteur Keith McNally opens up in candid memoir ‘I Regret Almost Everything’

Keith McNally has been charming New York City diners since he opened his first restaurant, The Odeon, in 1980, helping transform a then-derelict TriBeCa into a hotspot for the “glitterati.” The Odeon’s glowing neon sign was featured on the cover of Jay …

Book Review: Isabel Allende’s latest strong female protagonist is a journalist

Best-selling author Isabel Allende has been beloved for decades by millions of passionately loyal readers for her strong female protagonists and epic story lines stretching across the Americas. In novels such as “The House of the Spirits,” “Eva Luna,” and …

Book Review: Pathway to Freedom

Pathway to Freedom by Lucinda T. Green, Ph.D. Genre: Religion & Spirituality / Buddha ISBN: 9798891324985 Print Length: 224 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Reviewed by John M. Murray While humanity has evolved from the hunter/gatherer tribes …

Book Review: Job Junky by Rudy Ridolfo

Job Junky by Rudy Ridolfo Genre: Memoir / Work ISBN: 9781069354532 Print Length: 162 pages Reviewed by Eric Mayrhofer If there was a machine for taking a pair of books, mashing them together, and making a new, insane third thing, this is what would …

Family-Owned Businesses Essential to American Dream, Most Trusted Businesses in the Economy, New Luntz Survey Shows

Communications Expert, Pollster Dr. Frank Luntz Surveys Voters on Family-owned Businesses, the American Dream, and Tax Fairness WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned businesses are the most trusted …

Indiana’s On-Demand Pay Legislation Becomes Law

Becomes the Latest State To Create Meaningful Framework For On-Demand Pay Products, While Promoting Innovation NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today DailyPay, a worktech company and a leading provider of On-Demand …

CCHF Urges State Attorneys General to Take Legal Action Against REAL ID

Formal Letters Request Injunction Against Federal Enforcement of National ID Mandate ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF), in partnership with Stand for Health Freedom (SHF), …

ActiVote Poll Reveals Stark Partisan Divide Over Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Survey Highlights Split on Whether Arrest Undermines Judicial Independence or Upholds Federal Immigration Law MA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ActiVote today released a new poll showing a sharp partisan divide over the arrest …

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Top Rankings, Radio-TV on Trump Fatigue, Tariff, Fentanyl, USPS Privatization, Jan 6 Pardons

Headlined by London Times Radio Interview; Opeds in Chicago Tribune, USA Today, Orlando Sentinel, West Virginia Gazette-Mail WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Radio-TV, Top Rankings on …

Commemorating the 2025 World Interfaith Harmony Week and Welcoming the African Union as a G20 Member

May 13-14, 2025 Conference on Africa’s Faith Communities in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, the AU Agenda 2063 and G20 South Africa’s 2025 Process ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The conference will bring …

Families Forward Opens Doors to Infants at the Child Development Center

Expanding access to affordable, high-quality childcare for local families DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families Forward is excited to announce that the Child Development Center is now welcoming infants …

Rare Coin Market Surpasses Historical Benchmarks at Auctions as Global Demand and Precious Metal Prices Soar

Hard Asset Management Inc. highlights half-century growth in U.S. and world rare coins, driven by tangible asset demand and gold’s 39% surge SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rare Coin Market Surpasses Historical Benchmarks at …

Congressional Men’s Health Caucus Shows Bipartisan Consensus on Prevention, Mental Health, & Closing the Lifespan Gap

The leadership of the 2025 Congressional Men's Health Caucus announces plans for 2 resolutions drawing attention to life expectancy and men's health. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Congressional Men’ …

WiseFax Empowers Legal Professionals with Enhanced Security and Seamless Collaboration for Fax Exchange

WiseFax, a leading provider of online fax services, recently launched new security and collaboration features specifically designed for attorneys and law firms. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WiseFax, a trusted …

Scalise Highlights Republican Work on Reconciliation

Steve Scalise | House Majority Leader | Privacy

Scalise Statement on 2017 Congressional Baseball Shooting Report

Steve Scalise | House Majority Leader | Privacy

AMRT Satellite Technology Uncovers Significant Mineral Assets at Historic Oregon Mine

Abandoned Mine Expected to Roar Back to Life with Massive Results thanks to AMRT Satellite Scan Technology MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CC Explorations, a leading satellite-based mineral exploration company, today …

Tourism Continued To Support Ventura County's Economy in 2024

Travel industry grows in Ventura County; locals urged to keep travel dollars in-state to boost economy. VENTURA COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tourism spending in Ventura County reached $1.93 Billion in 2024, …

DLNR News Release – Private Landowners on Maui Nui Sought to Assist Axis Deer Control, May 5, 2025

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA        JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   DAWN N.S. CHANG CHAIRPERSON     PRIVATE LANDOWNERS ON MAUI NUI SOUGHT TO ASSIST AXIS DEER …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President, Commends Virginia for Leading the Nation in Reducing Fentanyl Overdoses

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) commends Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin for tackling the fentanyl crisis head-on through …

Inside the Fire Code: What NYC Restaurants Need to Know About Hood Cleaning

BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York City restaurants are facing a hidden threat that often goes unnoticed: neglected kitchen exhaust hoods. FDNY data show nearly 200 restaurant fires occur in NYC each year, …

Safe Surfin' Foundation Selects Kevin Donovan As VP, Bringing Decades of Global Leadership & Passion for Internet Safety

FLOYD, VA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Safe Surfin’ Foundation is excited to announce Kevin Donovan as its new Vice President. With over 30 years of global leadership experience in sports, entertainment, technology, and …

VetComm Honors Military Appreciation Month by Empowering Veterans to Access Their VA Disability Benefits

Veteran-founded organization provides guidance and advocacy to help veterans navigate the VA benefits process during Military Appreciation Month and beyond. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation observes …