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Juneau author Tessa Hulls wins Pulitzer Prize for graphic memoir ‘Feeding Ghosts’
Book entwines grandmother, mother and author on journey of politics and identity from China to points worldwide.
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‘What gives it teeth’
Indigenous author Lily H. Tuzroyluke spoke on her novel and writing process last week at the Homer Public…
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Off the shelf: Time and space and the human heart
Contemporary novel combines historical and science fiction for a gripping, emotional journey.
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History of Kenai refuge cabins tackled in new book
The authors will discuss “A Vanishing Past: Historic Cabins of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge” at Kenai Community…
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Off the shelf: Paradise versus privilege
“The Garden Against Time” is part of the Homer Public Library’s 2025 Lit Lineup.
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District Battle of the Books teams ready for state competition
Battle of the Books is an annual celebration of reading and teamwork.
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Off the Shelf: A haunting close to home
New novel tells human story brought to life by ghosts and Russian colonizers.
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Off the Shelf: ‘Anxious Generation’ underserves conversations about cellphones
The book has been cited in recent school board discussions over cellphone policies.
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Off the Shelf: Nutcracker novel sets a darker stage
“The Kingdom of Sweets” is available at the Homer Public Library
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Off the shelf: Speculative novel holds promise of respite
“A Psalm for the Wild-Built” is part of the Homer Public Library’s 2024 Lit Lineup
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Off the shelf: Memoir ponders life’s un-expectations
‘The Crane Wife’ is part of the Homer Public Library’s 2024 Lit Lineup
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Off the Shelf: ‘Write Hard, Die Free’ an exciting and incisive window into history of Alaska, journalism
Immediately after the death of legendary Anchorage reporter and editor Howard Weaver, I picked up a copy of…
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Off the Shelf: Community history project a colorful portrait of hometown
The book features the work of students at Moose Pass School and integrates further stories pulled from a…
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Off the Shelf: Congregation calling
The collection is written by patrons of Kalifonsky Christian Center
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Off the Shelf: ‘Compass Lines’ offers quiet contemplations on place and purpose
I’ve had a copy of “Compass Lines” sitting on my shelf for over a year. When I first…
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Off the Shelf: Turning new pages
Refined approach to book buying brings out unique Alaska stories
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KPC Showcase to feature discussion with Alaska author Susan Pope
Pope will discuss her memoir “Rivers and Ice: A Woman’s Journey Toward Family and Forgiveness”
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Off the Shelf: Ghosts come alive in Kizzia’s ‘Cold Mountain Path’
From boomtown to abandoned, the town of McCarthy sets the stage for a compelling narrative
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Off the Shelf: Meditations on middle age
“Another North” shares lifetime of experiences through personal narratives