Dillard's work was characterized by spare prose and a deep connection to nature. She is best known for Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, An American Childhood, The Maytrees and The Writing Life.

The new novel centers on the Festival of Britain, a quirky real-life carnival designed to elevate the British people's spirits after the devastation of World War II.

Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments.

The board's vote to shutter the historic arts center came amid concerns about financial, structural problems.

Ke Huy Quan was a refugee from Vietnam who shot to stardom as a 12-year-old in "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom."

Mon Laferte aims to contradict, expose or challenge norms; she takes the assignment of performing in an office space as no exception.

Watch live performances from the AmericanaFest Day Stage, showcasing the best of Americana, folk and blues.

Each year, the Americana Music Association honors distinguished members of the music community.

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The former 49ers quarterback created an uproar in 2016 when took a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality. In The Perilous Fight he explains why he still wants to play football.