Author Interviews

Nov 2, 2023 ... In Hinduism, the Ramayana is read during funerals because it emphasizes dharma (righteousness), the ideal life, and Lord Rama's virtues, ... Oct 19, 2023 ... Why is reading good for you? Reading is good for you because it improves your focus, memory, empathy, and communication skills. It can reduce ... The Best (Old) Books We Read in 2024. Because If You Only Read What Everyone Else is Reading... By Emily Temple. December 24, 2024. It's December, and so ... Mar 3, 2017 ... Speech by Mr Hyun Song Shin, Economic Adviser and Head of Research of the BIS, at the US Monetary Policy Forum, New York City, 3 March 2017. May 21, 2023 ... We can find many intricate hidden harmonies and surprising ties between the timeless tale of Ruth and the cherished holiday of Shavuot. Reading historical fiction allows us to be moved by what happened. Even after we know the facts, we continue to search for sense and meaning. Nov 16, 2021 ... We read the Old Testament because it inspires our faith and reminds us that all Scripture is divinely inspired, even the tough stuff. Mar 4, 2020 ... Previous reports from the National Endowment for the Arts have shown long-term declines in book-reading and in the reading of literary texts— ... Do we read from the Bible at Mass? Readings from Scripture are part of every Mass. At least two readings, one always from the Gospels, (3 on Sundays and ... "A lovely, funny read." - George Saunders · “In this charming collection of essays, Reed digs into the many pleasures of reading, interweaving poignant and ...