'I Was Full Of Rage': Author Rebecca Stott On Growing Up In A Christian Cult
Stott's memoir, In the Days of Rain, is about her childhood in and out of the Exclusive Brethren, a conservative, separatist cult.
Arts
Cartoonists Tell Us: What Do Comics Mean To You?
In honor of our big summer reader poll of favorite comics and graphic novels, we've asked a few very cool cartoonists to tell us — or really, draw for us — what comics mean to them.
'Tropic Of Kansas' Rips Dystopia From The Headlines
Christopher Brown's new book plays out in a world where all our fears have become manifest — the nightly news, turned up to 11. And while there's a hint of hope at the end, this is not a happy book.
Amelia Earhart's Travel Menu Relied On Three Rules And People's Generosity
The question American women often asked Earhart was what she ate during her long flights. She said she used three rules for her in-flight menu. Once on the ground, she relied on people's generosity.
'Queen Of Bebop' Is A Welcome Look At Sarah Vaughan's Legendary Career
Elaine M. Hayes' new book traces the ups and downs of the singer known as the Queen of Bebop, from her great Town Hall debut in 1947 to the cheesy but profitable novelty songs that marred her legacy.
Mapping The Journey Of Classic Works Of Art
Mapping Paintings is an open source website that allows users to map out the path and history of a piece of art. Scott Simon talks with Jodi Cranston, professor of art history at Boston University.
Instagrandma Baddiewinkle Says She's 'Always Been A Rebel'
Baddiewinkle is an Instagram influencer with more than 3 million followers. She's also a great-grandmother, and, at 88, she's written a new book: Baddiewinkle's Guide to Life.
Funny, Elegiac 'Sting-Ray Afternoons' Strikes A Nostalgic Chord
Sportswriter Steve Rushin's memoir of growing up in Minnesota in the 1970s is familiar territory, but Rushin mines it with irony and affection, working hard to capture the look and feel of the era.
Prince's Music Videos Are Back Online
The Purple One's official videos for "Let's Go Crazy" and "When Doves Cry," as well as three live Purple Rain-era performances, were uploaded to YouTube and Vevo Friday.