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Balancing the Books: Author Sanderia Faye Is Quietly Building Dallas’ Literary Community

By Vanessa QuilantanJuly 3, 2024

Sanderia Faye is promoting her own books and everyone’s else’s. She’s become the patron saint of the Dallas literary scene.

Illustrator Rob Wilson Returns to Dallas To Share Your Pets’ Secret Lives

By Kendall MorganJune 3, 2024

You’ve seen his work on Dallas murals and cool diners. Illustrator Rob Wilson comes home to Dallas to talk about his new book.

The Cost of Being a Poet in Dallas

By Vanessa QuilantanMay 29, 2024

Dallas’ literary scene is gaining global momentum, but what does that mean for the city’s poets?

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The Wild Detectives and Deep Vellum Publishing To Mark 10th Anniversaries

By Poppy XanderApril 18, 2024

Two local literary powerhouses are having a birthday celebration this weekend.

Dallas poet laureate Mag Gabbert

Dallas Has a New Poet Laureate. Here’s What That Means for Poetry Enthusiasts.

By Carly May GravleyApril 16, 2024

Dr. Mag Gabbert’s responsibilities will include speaking at community events, developing outreach programs and holding office hours at the Dallas Public Library.

Renowned Humorist David Sedaris Will Share New Tales in Dallas

By Kendall MorganApril 2, 2024

The superstar author David Sedaris is known to chat with fans late into the night. Here’s your chance for a meaningful encounter with the writer.

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Author Neil Gaiman Cleans Out His Junk Drawer, Nets Over $1 Million at Irving Auction

By Kendall MorganMarch 15, 2024

Famed creator of American Gods donated auction proceeds to groups benefiting comic creators and writers.

Issa Rae in a still from Insecure. The actress has one of the best memoirs we've ever read.

9 Funny ‘Femoirs’ to Celebrate Women’s History Month

By Mollie JamisonMarch 11, 2024

If you’re looking to laugh and learn more about women, check out these books by female authors.

Author Ryann Bee Gordon poses with a book, her trippy new debut novel The Bridge Inside.

Ryann Bee Gordon Explores Psychotherapy for PTSD in Her Debut Novel

By Alex GonzalezFebruary 22, 2024

Ryann Bee Gordon’s debut novel was inspired by her grandfather, a POW in Vietnam.

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The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Nov. 15-21

By Merritt MartinNovember 15, 2023

This week’s events provide a range of festivities from lights to community celebrations to fundraising.

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Nov. 1-7

By Merritt MartinNovember 1, 2023

From Día de los Muertos to sewing class, this week is a celebration of art, food and culture.

Wanna Know What’s in All These Banned Books?

By Danny GallagherOctober 25, 2023

We’re here to ask why. Exactly what’s inside the books banned by Texas schools?

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The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Oct. 18-24

By Merritt MartinOctober 18, 2023

Fall fun this week includes The Rocky Horror Show and Step Afrika!

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Oct. 11-17

By Merritt MartinOctober 11, 2023

Get out of the house and make your way to Hallow Moon Art Fest, a poetry celebration and a slew of delicious events.

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, Aug. 16-22

By Merritt MartinAugust 16, 2023

This week’s event recommendations come with a lot of laughs and books … and more than a few cheers.

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Texas Author Sid Balman’s Dystopian Novel Is All Too Real

By Ava ThompsonAugust 9, 2023

A Pulitzer-nominated Texas journalist found all the inspiration in real life that he needed for a novel some are calling “too provocative.”

10 Awesome Upcoming Events For Book Lovers

By Poppy XanderAugust 3, 2023

Indulge your love of books, poetry and words at some great literary events in DFW.

Author Michael Farris Smith Might Just <i>Salvage This World</i> Through Prose

Author Michael Farris Smith Might Just Salvage This World Through Prose

By Patrick StricklandMay 18, 2023

Author Michael Farris Smith knows few things are as terrifying as the Earthly climate

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The Best Things To Do in Dallas, April 19-25

By Merritt MartinApril 19, 2023

This week, escape streaming delays and get out to fest, fest, fest! Dallas Art Fair, EarthxExpo and Shakespeare Dallas’ The Henriad are just a few options.

The Writer’s Garret in Oak Cliff Hosts Its First Ever Literary Festival

By Ava ThompsonApril 3, 2023

Literary arts events can sound gatekept, snobbish and, to some, boring. But The Writer’s Garret plans to challenge this narrative with its five-day literary festival Dallas Is Lit!

What’s Listed in Larry McMurtry’s Estate Sale? Typewriters, Pistols and His Duct-Taped Boots

By Christian McPhateMarch 28, 2023

Larry McMurtry, right, was a Pulitzer and Oscar winner and iconic Texas author. Before Chip and Joanna cover his former bookstore in burlap, you can buy some of his personal belongings.

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A Dallas Author Reflects on Her Experiences as a Black Woman in Texas in a New Book

A Dallas Author Reflects on Her Experiences as a Black Woman in Texas in a New Book

By Kian HerveyMarch 24, 2023

Writer Brianna Holt explains the nuances of being a young Black woman in a “post-racial” America in anticipated In Our Shoes book.

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