Books

In “At the Gate,” works by Maryland's late poet laureate Lucille Clifton cover themes of motherhood, the suffering of children and her experience as a Black woman.

Annapolis-based author Kate Myers will discuss her second novel, "Salty," at The Banner Book Club on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Here’s what to do in the capital region, including Father’s Day and Juneteenth celebrations, a music festival, a comedy show and free yoga.

Two new bookstores devoted solely to romance books have opened in the Baltimore area in recent months — a sign of the genre's surging popularity.

COLUMN | Maryland native Allie Rose trademarked the phrase “Hot Girls Read,” which reminds locals of another business owner who tried to monetize a concept she didn’t create.

Baltimore-based author Eric Puchner will join The Banner Book Club on Wednesday to discuss “Dream State,” which was also an Oprah’s Book Club pick.

Fill your summer reading list with new works from Maryland authors, whether you’re a history buff, romance lover, home cook, parent or comedy fan.

Kate Crane writes about her father's disappearance and the wreckage it unleashed on her family in "What Ever Happened to Eddy Crane?: A Memoir and a Murder Investigation."

Here's what to do this weekend in Montgomery County, from outdoor festivals to a chance to win free tickets to see “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”

Here’s your guide for what to do this weekend in Montgomery County, including a festival celebrating former Kennedy Center musicians, Independent Bookstore Day and more.

Baltimore-based author Jung Yun will discuss “All The World Can Hold,” her third and most personal novel, Thursday at 6 p.m for The Banner Book Club.

Here are your weekend plans in Montgomery County, including a live BTS concert broadcast, a free Pilates class and more events that pop culture junkies will love.

National Book Award winner and Johns Hopkins professor Susan Choi will join The Banner Book Club on Tuesday to discuss her latest novel, “Flashlight.”

Barnes & Noble has signed a lease to become Lutherville Station’s first retail tenant.

Baltimore’s complex history, moody weather and idiosyncratic residents have been inspiring writers for hundreds of years.

In his debut book, ‘Black Genius,’ culture critic Tre Johnson examines the everyday brilliance of Black people in America.

Looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day in Annapolis? Got you covered.

Jaylene Clark Owens’ new children’s picture book, "A Black Girl and Her Braids," celebrates Black women wearing their hair freely.

When Gov. Wes Moore steps onto the podium at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Dinner, he’ll follow a long line of honorees who have paid homage to the slain civil rights leader.

You talked a big game on Dec. 31 about the ways you were going to change your life this year. Executing those intentions is another thing. These seven activities happening this week in Montgomery County offer the opportunity to do good on your New Year’s resolutions.