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 | From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor Whether or not the weather in your neck of the woods agrees, the calendar does, in fact, insist that spring is here. So what's on the reading menu this season? | |
Good Books to Read in Spring
Thematically springy, either in a literal sense or a symbolic one, these fabulous novels make for a fine seasonal reading list.
| Review: 'The Baseball' by Zack Hample
The start of baseball season marks the real beginning of spring for many die-hards, and Opening Day (April 1, 2011) is nearly upon us. For those who are looking to get in the spirit, or with a passing interest in baseball, check out this new book, which puts an interesting twist on baseball nonfiction: the book is literally about the ball itself -- its history, how it's made, how to catch one, and oodles of trivia. It's a fun read, for sure.
| 'Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night' by Joyce Sidman
National Poetry Month is nearly here. For those of you who work with or live with children, it's about time to get your ducks in a row. Our Guide to Children's Books, Elizabeth Kennedy, recommends this 2011 Newbery Award Winner as the perfect book of poems with which to kick your celebrations off.
| New Films on Poets and Poetry
There seems to be an explosion of poetry-related films lately, with both dramatic and documentary movies popping up that explore the work of great poets. Have you seen a great one lately?
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