books

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Thompson said she felt fortunate to grow up surrounded by books and intellectual discussion, but noted that many women historically had been denied the same opportunities.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Even if you have a hard time getting through Mr. King’s tombstone-thick books, you might come away with admiration for his work ethic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The library has no books; it’s all digital.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Hamilton Lane is stepping into the seller’s shoes as a limited-partner in a private fund, so it books the position at the same price as every other limited partner in that other fund.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Shelves covered the lower half of the wall, all filled with yarn, fiber, and books.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows