books

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“The Bluest Eye” her 1970 debut — continues to be one of the most frequently “challenged” books in the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

In the 25 years following this decision, coordinated party expenditure limits remained on the books, with the precise dollar amount changing each election cycle.

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2026

It etched Balogun's name further into the record books.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

Joseph S. Moore’s “How to Get Rich in American History” differs from other financial-advice books.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

From under tables appeared writing paper, books, knitting yarn, tins of biscuits.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom