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06.11.2008 11:01 am

Kids should read for fun this summer

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

A new reading survey by Scholastic publishing tells us pretty much what we already knew: Fewer kids read for fun as they get older. So many studies have shown this, that the fact can’t be argued with. But there are…

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05.27.2008 9:45 am

Book Expo ‘08: not green enough

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

The Associated Press, in a preview story about Book Expo, notes that it’s not exactly green (of course, the book industry it self isn’t either).

By HILLEL ITALIE

AP National Writer

BookExpo America, the publishing industry’s annual showcase and trend-spotter, is admittedly…

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05.23.2008 3:00 pm

Jo Hiestand: An American in England

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

 

St. Louis writer Jo Hiestand sets her mysteries in Britain.  She is an admirer of the great British mystery writers, such as Agatha Christie, whose novels seem more layered and dense than many novels by American writers.

Hiestand answered questions from…

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05.22.2008 3:03 pm

Three authors give tips to young writers

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

Our correspondent Sue Dittmer attended an event with the three authors who write young adult books (see posting below for their interview). Sue says they really encouraged some of the kids to keep writing and gave them some tips.  Thanks…

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05.16.2008 2:03 pm

Three Authors on Writing for Kids

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

Children can get a real kick out of meeting authors. A friend told me about how excited her girls (then in 5th and 7th grade) were to meet  children’s author Lois Lowry.  It sometimes helps if the child has already…

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05.12.2008 4:33 pm

Bright new day for James Frey?

Post-Dispatch Book Editor

James Frey’s “first” novel comes out Tuesday, May 13. It’s called “Bright Shiny Morning” and I’ve seen two early reviews this week. The New York Times’ Janet Maslin really likes the book, calling it energetic and tender and his second chance. Frey…

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