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American Stories: A Reading Road Trip- Ep 106 Alaska

36m 43s

Pack your parka and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we make the trek to Alaska on American Stories: A Reading Road Trip! Inspired by the shimmering dance of the Northern Lights and the sweeping expanse of its landscape, Alaskans have been weaving stories long before the written word. There are many local libraries and bookstores throughout this expansive state.

Episodes

  • Readers Club | Ep. 208: Helen Fielding | Bridget Jones's Diary: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Readers Club | Ep. 208: Helen Fielding | Bridget Jones's Diary

    S2025 E53 - 59m 30s

    PBS Books Readers Club welcomes beloved British author Helen Fielding to discuss her iconic novel Bridget Jones’s Diary—a clever, laugh-out-loud reimagining of Pride and Prejudice through the eyes of a hilariously imperfect modern heroine. As we celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time to revisit Fielding’s wildly popular twist on the Mr. Darcy love story.

  • Readers Club | Ep. 207: Lessons in Chemistry | Bonnie Garmus: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Readers Club | Ep. 207: Lessons in Chemistry | Bonnie Garmus

    S2025 E52 - 49m 3s

    PBS Books Readers Club welcomes international best-selling author Bonnie Garmus to discuss her novel Lessons in Chemistry.. Lessons in Chemistry is a mix of humor, social commentary, and heart, exploring themes like feminism, scientific passion, and the struggle for respect in the workplace. It’s a unique and thought-provoking story that combines wit with deeper reflections on women's roles .

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview at the Eastern Market - Bridget Kies: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview at the Eastern Market - Bridget Kies

    S2025 E51 - 11m 46s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. Bridget Kies is an associate professor of film studies & production at Oakland University & a leading voice in television & media scholarship. In her new book, Murder, She Wrote, Kies explores the cultural legacy of the beloved mystery series

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview at the Eastern Market - Shonda Buchanan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview at the Eastern Market - Shonda Buchanan

    S2025 E50 - 11m 39s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Detroit Public Library. Shonda Buchanan is an award-winning poet, writer, and educator whose work explores complex racial and cultural identities. he is the author of five books, including the acclaimed memoir Black Indian,.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - Mark Crilley: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - Mark Crilley

    S2025 E49 - 1h 2m

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Detroit Public Library. Mark Crilley is a bestselling author, illustrator, and YouTube art sensation with more than 50 books to his name and over 400 million video views. Known for his beloved Akiko series, The Drawing Lesson, and the Mastering Manga trilogy.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - Curtis Chin: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - Curtis Chin

    S2025 E48 - 35m 28s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Detroit Public Library. Curtis Chin is an award-winning author, filmmaker, and activist whose debut memoir, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, offers a poignant and humorous look at growing up gay and Asian American in 1980s Detroit.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - The AstroTwins: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Lecture at the Detroit Public Library - The AstroTwins

    S2025 E47 - 56m 55s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Detroit Public Library.. Ophira and Tali Edut, known as The AstroTwins, are bestselling authors, lifestyle advisors, and the longtime astrologers for ELLE Magazine. The AstroTwins are helping audiences align with the stars in everyday life.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview -Esoteric & Occult Antiquarian Books: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview -Esoteric & Occult Antiquarian Books

    S2025 E46 - 29m 23s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. We interview the owners of Esoterica Occult Books - Morgan Meis and Dr. Justin Sledge at the Huckleberry Museum in Detroit, Michigan.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - John King Used & Rare Books: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - John King Used & Rare Books

    S2025 E45 - 5m 4s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. We interviewed John King the owner of Detroit's largest book store, The John K. King's Used & Rare Books. This sprawling bookstore spans four floors and has more than a million books in stock.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - Melina Hammer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - Melina Hammer

    S2025 E44 - 19m 41s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. Melina Hammer is an award-winning author, chef, and food stylist celebrated for her seasonal, soulful cooking and lush visual storytelling. Her IACP-winning cookbook A Year at Catbird Cottage.

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - Tony T. Money: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - Tony T. Money

    S2025 E43 - 8m 30s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. Tony “T. Money” Green is a legendary bassist, producer, & award-winning songwriter whose influential work shaped the G-Funk era & hip-hop’s golden age. His memoir, Behind the Wall chronicles his journey from a turbulent childhood to global fame

  • 2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - M.J. Kuhn: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    2025 Detroit Festival of Books Interview - M.J. Kuhn

    S2025 E42 - 23m 28s

    PBS Books is thrilled to partner with Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) to present the 2025 Detroit Festival of Books at the historic Eastern Market. M.J. Kuhn is the internationally bestselling author of Among Thieves and Thick as Thieves, a gripping fantasy duology packed with high-stakes heists, dark magic, and razor-sharp wit.

Extras + Features

  • AGA Sizzle - Exploring AI with the Attorneys General: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    AGA Sizzle - Exploring AI with the Attorneys General

    S2025 E11 - 10m 9s

    Exploring Bipartisanship with the Attorney General Alliance, hosted by business journalist Michal Lev Ram, delves into the collaborative work of Attorneys General from across the United States, united in their commitment to shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This program explores how bipartisan cooperation is essential in addressing the complex challenges posed by AI.

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