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James Patterson plans new round of bonuses for booksellers

NEW YORK – Employees at independent bookstores can look forward to another round of holiday bonuses from James Patterson. The best-selling author said he plans to distribute $250,...

DATE: Oct 5, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Derujinsky’s photographs captured in new book

Andrea Derujinsky brings dad Gleb’s legacy to print

DATE: Sep 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Springsteen launches book tour in New Jersey

FREEHOLD, N.J. – The Boss came back to his hometown Tuesday, returning to New Jersey and greeting thousands of fans to begin his book tour. Bruce Springsteen fans from all over th...

DATE: Sep 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

The Gift of Caring an important resource

Only days ago, the lead article on the front page of this very paper exclaimed that this nation is facing a Silver Tsunami. As stated then, readers were informed that baby boomers – those bo...

DATE: Sep 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Do you read banned books?

Banned Books Week will begin Sunday

DATE: Sep 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Could a classic X-Men villain provide a clue to Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine replacement?

If you believe director Bryan Singer, Hugh Jackman’s upcoming and final performance as Wolverine will be quite sinister. Audio commentary from the recent digital release of “X-Men...

DATE: Sep 13, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Looking at the life of prospector Cass Hite

In the desert at twilight, as the heat slowly dissipates, the sky turns cobalt blue and stars peak over canyon walls, I think about lone prospectors who spent years of their lives looking fo...

DATE: Aug 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

He came to D.C. from Nigeria – and created his own African comic-book universe

WASHINGTON – Roye Okupe didn’t read comic books growing up in Lagos, Nigeria. Comic book shops weren’t around. Instead, Okupe was introduced to superheroes through Saturday morning cartoons ...

DATE: Aug 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Want to learn about the West? Look to writers

Authors important for communicating region’s issues, examining policies

DATE: Aug 4, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

I’m sorry, J.K. Rowling, but ‘Cursed Child’ disappointing

New Harry Potter story falls short

DATE: Aug 4, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Blake Crouch is back with new book, Dark Matter

Local author Blake Crouch is on a rising trajectory of writing success with the release of his newest novel, Dark Matter. Currently, he is in Los Angeles working on the screenpla...

DATE: Jul 28, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Bernie Sanders has book deal; will reflect on campaign

NEW YORK – Just days after ending his campaign and endorsing Hillary Clinton for president, Sen. Bernie Sanders is preparing to take his message to the printed page. Thomas Dunne ...

DATE: Jul 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.