If someone identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community, there’s a strong possibility they grew up without role models who reflected their gender identity or orientation. It’s possible they didn’t "meet" another person like themselves until they picked up a book. This discovery can be life-changing for the queer reader who just realized their experiences are more common than they thought, or...
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Art Meets Advertising in 1920s Los Angeles
Tiffney Sanford, Librarian, North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library, Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Stand aside muffler men! Fresh milk from a Guernsey cow, high octane fuel fit for an Indy 500 winner, and steak dinners from a stockade-themed eatery are just a few of the products that early-twentieth-century sculptors helped sell to Angelenos.
Interview With Award Winning Journalist and Author Adrienne Bankert
Award winning journalist and author Adrienne Bankert has released her first book. You might recognize her from her reports on ABC News’ platforms, such as Good Morning America, World News Tonight, Nightline and ABC News Live. Ms.
21st Century Kids: Enjoy Winter Reads
The winter season can be challenging to endure. For some, extreme weather conditions prevent daily outside activities, and time inside the house is increased. For me, winter is a time to seek warmth and enjoy the crisper air inherent in the season.
Langston Hughes, Kevin Young and African American Poetry
African American History Month begins today; on February 1 we also celebrate the birthday of Langston Hughes, one of the most powerful voices in American poetry.
Building a Community: A Look at African American Institutions in Early Los Angeles
On this first day of African American History Month, we reflect on the African American community of early Los Angeles.
Interview With an Author: T.A. Willberg
T.A. Willberg was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and holds a chiropractic master's degree from Durban University of Technology. She currently lives in Malta with her partner.
21st Century Kids: Telling Stories
Stories are born from ideas, experiences, observations, and the imagination. Even true stories have their origins. In the 21st century, would-be storytellers can share their stories in many different ways. Stories can be relayed digitally, visually, in print, and in the oral tradition.
To Live and Write in L.A.: Author Richard Lange
Richard Lange is the author of the short story collections Dead Boys and
Interview With Zine Maker - Mick Washington
Mick Washington is a 22-year-old comics artist from Dallas, Texas. As a member of an art collective called the Iguana House, they help put on live music shows and comic readings.