Author statement: “Discovering the diaries my grandfather, Api, had kept during the fall of Berlin 1945, I wanted to tell his story both as a tribute and for its historical value. My father, a fighter ...

March is Women's History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the powerful, inspiring and trailblazing women who have contributed amazing things to our world. What better way to celebrate this month ...

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What is the future of silk, this material that humans have coveted for many thousands of years? What is its past? It’s a fiber made by spiders, some moths, and even certain mollusks. Archeological ...

Many authors are known for one or two books (if they are lucky). Others, however, penned hundreds, if not thousands, of titles. Here are several legendary authors who wrote the most books ever.

Celebrate World Book Day by exploring works from El Paso authors spanning memoir, punk history and literary mystery. El Paso stories come alive through powerful voices, Yasmín Ramírez, Tara López and ...

In celebration of Black History Month, we spoke with seven children's authors about their books showcasing Black cultural and historical figures, and the importance of teaching young people about the ...

The AFRO knows what it’s like to endure challenging times. John H. Murphy, Sr., a former enslaved man founded the AFRO in 1892 with $200 from his wife, Martha Howard Murphy. Together they created a ...