Barnes & Noble to take over University Book Store space in Seattle's U District After more than 100 years in business as an independent bookstore, the University Book Store in Seattle’s U District will soon be home to Barnes & Noble. Katie Campbell
On your mark, get set, read! Seattle Public Library's Book Bingo is back and bigger than ever The moment Seattle's bookworms have been training (reading) for is upon us: Book Bingo kicks off today. But there's a lot more competition in the field this year. That's because adult Book Bingo has expanded to include the King County Library System. Katie Campbell
Butlers, bridezillas, and Below Deck: How the real lives of the ultra-wealthy inspire author Kevin Kwan Fans of Kevin Kwan know he's a master of writing opulent storylines. In fact, the "Crazy Rich Asians" author takes opulence to a whole new level, including in his latest novel, "Lies and Weddings." Katie Campbell
Books: Kevin Kwan Wants To Make You Laugh This week we’re hitting the books with Crazy Rich Asians author Kevin Kwan. The internationally-best selling author rips open the world of the wealthy and indulges us in some behind the scenes bits about his latest book Lies and Wedding Brandi Fullwood Play AudioListen 18 mins
'The Return of Ellie Black' questions society's fixation on the victim stereotype This is the KUOW Book Club, and we just read through the first half of Emiko Jean's thriller "The Return of Ellie Black." I'm your guide Katie Campbell. Let's get into it. Katie Campbell
Middle Eastern, North African food steps into Seattle's culinary spotlight Mediterranean food is a sweeping designation that embraces a wide variety of cuisines. One specific region — Middle Eastern, North African — is stepping into Seattle’s crowded food scene. Ruby de Luna Play AudioListen 5 mins
What's the KUOW Book Club reading in May? The KUOW Book Club is reading "The Return of Ellie Black" by Emiko Jean this month. Katie Campbell
Poetry is 'like falling in love' at Seattle Reads This is the KUOW Book Club, and we've been reading "You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World" in partnership with Seattle Reads. Katie Campbell
Got your bookstore passport? Seattle launches 10-day celebration of indie bookshops Seattle’s annual Independent Bookstore Day kicks off Saturday, April 26 with a slate of special events. But most participating bookstores actually give patrons 10 days to get their special passports stamped by almost 30 participating shops located across the region from Edmonds to Bremerton to Burien. Amy Radil Play AudioListen 5 mins
This 'ultra-wealthy' Seattle suburb inspired dystopian novel’s take on pleasure and privilege Reading C Pam Zhang's "Land of Milk and Honey" is like walking up to the finest buffet while a strict personal trainer eyeballs every morsel you put on your plate. You want it, but you feel guilty for that wanting. Katie Campbell
