The experiences that authors and narrators supply to those who read with their ears seem to resonate ever more strongly, as our annual list of the best audiobooks, 10 fiction and 10 nonfiction, attests.
By Jeff T. Dick Film is a deeply satisfying medium, supplying a myriad of delights for those who prefer their stories and learning in visual form. Our list of the best feature films released on DVD/Blu-ray in 2023 range from this year’s Oscars contenders to older movies getting fresh editions and attention.
Fighting Mad captures for the social and historical record the vigorous resistance happening in the early post-Roe moment to show that there are millions on the ground fighting to secure a better future.
By Joshua Blevins Peck Documentary films are a unique visual outlet for creative nonfiction, journalism, memoir, history, and more. Our list of the best documentaries released on DVD/Blu-ray in 2023 explores topics as diverse as sports and space.
Guitar players, established luthiers, and aspiring guitar-builders now have a foundation-level reference resource for all facets of the guitar. In his new book, Bill Foley describes the historical development of ancient stringed musical instruments like the cithara. He also provides detailed scientific lessons about sound frequencies, harmonics, and guitar engineering.
By Jill Cox-Cordova In 1926, Carter G. Woodson envisioned a weeklong commemoration to increase awareness of Black history and culture. In the 1960s, protests against racial injustice transformed it into a monthlong celebration, but Black History Month wasn’t formally recognized by the U.S. until 1976. This celebration is a collective part of American history, which this list spotlights.
By LJ Reviews The top reads from our February issue, ranging across audio, mystery, horror, romance, fiction, science fiction, horror, arts, science, social science, and reference.
By Leanna Frankland, Emily Plagens, and Donna Rasmussen House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes by Scarlett St. Clair, Holly Black, and Maxym M. Martineau for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
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