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Local Lit | January’s top tips for book lovers
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Dacher Keltner, Caroline Ixta, Adam Plantinga, and Katie Peterson are among the local writers making appearances this month. Also: explore OPL events and Berkeley's Magnes Collection.Education
Study: Parents trust librarians despite national push to ban books
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Trust in school and public librarians is strong across demographic groups.Arts & Entertainment
Hooked on Books: Unsung awards can yield great reads
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Award nominees and winners from smaller literary organizations are worth a look.Around Town
Book Drive, fundraising continue for PHS Ambassador Christopher Stevens Memorial Library
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The organizations are asking for help in closing a $7000 gap; donations will help supply much-needed books and reading materials.Arts & Entertainment
Bay Area booksellers’ favorite titles of 2023
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Cozy, dark, poetic, and glorious reads for you and the readers on your gift list.Arts & Entertainment
Scholars revisit Kevin Starr’s take on California dream
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Historian and librarian, Starr wrote multiple books on the condition of the Golden State.Arts & Entertainment
Books alive! Author events for December 2023
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Our round-up of December book events a short hop from Piedmont, with something for all ages and reading tastes.Arts & Entertainment
Local Lit | Themed literary gifts for the holiday season
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Find the perfect gift at local bookstores that cater to special interests.Books
