Earlier this year, a piece in The Chicago Tribune summed up the world of bookstagram as "addicting, charming, informative and increasingly, a wellspring for the book industry." Not a bad way to describe this literary and social media phenomenon
Women of color have a unique presence in Washington, D.C.'s cultural landscape as creators of though-provoking nonfiction, soul-stirring poetry, and leaders of innovative spaces like Duende District. This group of literary purveyors includes mo
Celebrating its fifth anniversary later this month, Little Salon DC has built quite a following and fanbase in the nation's capital and beyond. Founder Chris Maier created the monthly gathering in May 2014 as a one-of-a-kind experience curated
The MahoganyBooks & Very Smart Brothas Book Club started in October 2018 with "the specific intention to have fun, open, and sometimes controversial book inspired conversations in a culturally inspiring location in the heart of Anacostia, Washi
On February 28, 2019, The Washington City Paper published work from its first-ever essay contest focused on the unique stories of Washington, D.C. natives. This debut episode of "Live From The Library" explores the art of the personal essay, w