Book News: China Said To Blacklist Authors In Response To Hong Kong Unrest
News reports say books by several writers have been banned by Chinese authorities, in apparent censorship orders now circulating online.
Arts & Life
In Film, Women's Stories Break Through At Fall Festivals
Study after study reveals that women remain underrepresented in film, both on screen and off. But film festivals can play a role in closing the gap.
Friction Can Save Your Sandwich, And Other Tips For Better Bites
Many sandwiches lack structural integrity due to "the sliced cucumber conundrum," says Dan Pashman, author of Eat More Better. He has fixes for it and other kitchen woes — like sad-looking leftovers.
Wolverine's Death: Superheroes And The Cycle Of Eternal Return
Nerd-about-town Glen Weldon explains to a non-comics-reading guy exactly what is up with the impending death of Wolverine. (That's not a spoiler; the miniseries is actually called Death of Wolverine.)
In This 'Alphabet,' 'O' Is For Helpful Owl And 'C' Is For Escapist Cup
From a cup who dreams of a window seat to a problem-solving owl, Oliver Jeffers' new picture book, Once Upon an Alphabet, gives each letter its own story.
'As You Wish': Take A Peek At The Making Of 'The Princess Bride'
Actor Cary Elwes, best known for his dashing performance as the heroic farm boy Westley in The Princess Bride, has a new book out, full of memories from the cast of the cult classic.
Striking Mosaic Found In Greek Tomb Dates From 4th Century B.C.
Dating from the last quarter of the 4th century B.C., the mosaic covers a space of nearly 15 feet by 10 feet. It features two horses, a man and the god Hermes, in colorful detail.
The Empire Strikes Back: The Fan-Made Version
A follow-up to 2010 Emmy-winner Star Wars Uncut, the film is a pastiche of live action, stop-motion and animation that shows both the contributors' talents and their passion for the original.
From VMI To James Island, Hollywood Battles To Get The Civil War Right
The new film Field of Lost Shoes follows a group of VMI cadets who fought at the Battle of New Market. The film is one in a long history of Civil War movies, many of which have been problematic.
Neil Young Writes Of His Love Affair With Cars
Neil Young loves his cars so much he wrote a second memoir, Special Deluxe, devoted to them. He speaks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about music, the environment and, of course, automobiles.