RI’s Book Ban History: The AABB RI
There are books I’m sure everyone is familiar with — horror, fantasy, thriller, etc. However, a new genre has emerged this year for discussion among the library community: “Banned Books.” […]
Events:
A Shared Journey
September 13, 2025 - March 5, 2026This Is a Thing, Recent Gifts to Prints, Drawings, and Photographs, 2020–2025
September 14, 2025 - March 1, 2026The Court: Art in Play
September 24, 2025 - April 26, 2026The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
Read Locally: Top book picks by RI authors
By Steven R. Porter Rhode Island is known nationwide for its vibrant arts community. But the state’s published authors, despite their talent and success, are too often an afterthought. The […]
Children’s Books Written by Indigenous Authors
Coyote Christmas: A Lakota Story, by S.D. Nelson. The story is told of a Native American tradition and a sneaky coyote who jumps on the chance to impersonate Santa Claus. […]
Providence’s Independent Bookstore Scene: A love letter to the local literary landscape
Providence, Rhode Island is a city known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and close-knit community. One of the city’s best-kept secrets? Its diverse and welcoming collection of independent […]
The icon and the idealist: Birth control as considered between two rivals
Did you know that birth control has only been legalized in 14 states? Or that not one, but two activists fought for its legalization? Providence resident Stephanie Gorton dives deep […]
Page Burners: Books to read when you’re high
Want to know what’s better than watching a movie while high? Reading a book. Not really, but let’s pretend. Whether you’re looking to get a little trippy by diving into […]
Audacious: An interview
Being bold following ones heart and dreams was forever more precious now then ever. AUDACIOUS has had an incredible journey since she took her first dance lesson at age 3. […]
Book Review: Human/Animal: A Bestiary in Essays by Amie Souza Reilly
When Amie Souza Reilly and her family buy a New England home in August 2014, the real estate agent forewarns them about the two brothers next door. They were “nosy […]
Choosing the Most Helpful Self-Help Book: It’s a work in progress, of course
Self-help books are a popular genre for a reason — if you have something in your life that you want to improve, you can grab a book that will help […]
Bad Woman Winter: A literary examination of the intrigue behind the bad woman trope
Whether you are a “BookTok” veteran, casual enjoyer of contemporary fiction, or astute literature connoisseur, you have most likely encountered the bad woman trope at some point. Also referred to […]