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Colin Kaepernick to publish memoir 10 years after kneeling for anthem

Apr 8

Sarah J. Maas reveals new 'ACOTAR' books

Mar 5

ABC7 gets sneak peek at Chicago Public Library branch at Obama Center

The branch has a Presidential Reading Room with 3,000 books personally chosen by the Obamas and a few from the former president's personal collection.

Jun 9

Joan Lunden reflects on new book with former colleague Bill Ritter

Mar 4

Comedian, fashion designer Brian Babylon joins 'Windy City Weekend'

Feb 27

Barnes & Noble opens first of 4 stores in Chicago area

Feb 25

Black author published her own work, encourages others to do the same

Feb 20

11 Black History books that tell the story of Black Americans

Feb 3

Sarah Shahi on new new book and 'Paradise' season 2

Jan 16

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A 12-year-old poet laureate embraces a new role -- book author

Jul 22

7:04

Bernie's Book Bank distributing free books to children

Jul 9

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'The Awake Code' book launch benefiting K9s For Warriors

Jun 27

7:52

Local author's book aims to help people through their grief journeys

Jun 24

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Darrin Henson hosting book signing event in Homewood

Jun 18

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Actress Jayne Kennedy to host Chicago book signing

Jun 17

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At the Vinyl Word, books and albums fuel new friendships

Jun 1

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Cookbook shop cradles rare books in NYC house that time forgot

May 15

Latest Stories

Colleen Hoover, bestselling author of books including 'It Ends with Us,' reveals cancer diagnosis

Bestselling author Colleen Hoover revealed she has been undergoing cancer treatment.

Jan 13

4 new Barnes and Noble stores coming to Chicago area in 2026

Big book stores are making a big return to the Chicago area.

Jan 6

Associated Press

Sophie Kinsella, author of the best-selling 'Shopaholic' novels, dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, the author behind the popular "Shopaholic" books, died Monday from complications of brain cancer.

Dec 10, 2025

Pet expert Steve Dale teaches kids to 'Ask the Dog' in New Book

Dogs can't talk, but longtime pet expert Steve Dale is helping children and families understand what their pets are really trying to say with his new book, "Ask the Dog."

Dec 10, 2025

20 must-have holiday gifts for book lovers: Shop our picks now to help unwrap the magic of reading

Find the perfect presents for the reader in your life. Shop our top picks for the best gifts for book lovers this holiday season.

Dec 3, 2025