If you haven't been to the Boise Public Library lately, here's some incentive to head that way. There's a big advantage to growing up around books, and it sticks with us for life. But is it the tangible copies or the digital ones?
March 2nd is Dr. Suess' birthday and people all over the world are gathering to celebrate the beloved author, including right here in the Treasure Valley.
Several things that we might consider "unthinkable acts of violence," have made the news lately and unfortunately they're still top-of-mind. Idaho author, Emily Ruskovich, has written a book called "Idaho," and an incredible act of violence is the centerpiece. She's planning to read from the book at an event later this month at Boise State.
It's summer time and for the kids who love to read, like my son they don't have to worry about getting those books they dig so much because of a generous grant.
You may have seen them around town or even have them in your own neighborhood, we have one in ours and they’re adorable. They’re the tiny, free library set up outside of a home or business that has free books in it.
The concept is to take a book and leave a book, for free, and bring the community together through reading.
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There's nothing better than sitting at the pool or on the patio on a nice summer day with a ice cold beverage and a great book in hand.
I actually enjoy the real deal books as opposed to the Kindle or Tablet option. There is something satisfying about the actual ink and paper, and turning the pages...