As our lives become more automated, increasingly niche jobs materialize to fill in the gaps. Kat Tang’s debut novel, “Five-Star Stranger,” follows one man working as a stranger for hire over a months-long spiral.
Edward Dolnick offers a history of the first dinosaur fossil discoveries in “Dinosaurs at the Dinner Party: How an Eccentric Group of Victorians Discovered Prehistoric Creatures and Accidentally Upended the World.” T
A look at three new mystery novels.
John J. Dunphy, who owns an Alton bookstore, has also published several of his own books with History Press, including the latest, "Union Soldiers of Southwestern Illinois."
From Suzanne Simard to Ed Yong, science journalists and researchers have probed the myriad ways plants and animals communicate: chemical signals amid old-growth redwoods, interplay between insects and their gut bacteria. But intra-species speech remains a discipline still unsure of itself. A…
Gabino Iglesias’ new novel, “House of Bone and Rain,” opens with a promise and a pact. Five Puerto Rican teenagers, all friends since childhood, finish high school with hopes and dreams for the future. “Then Bimbo’s mom hit the sidewalk with two bullet holes in her face, and the blood drowne…
Tucked in a corner of the front cover of St. Louis writer Scott Phillips’ latest offering is a blurb that just about says it all:
Three paragraphs into his wise and genial novel, "Someone Like Us," Dinaw Mengestu drops a grenade that sits, smoldering, in the story.
If you want to learn about why life can be so difficult in north St. Louis County, Patty Heyda has mapped it all out in clear and convincing detail.
Thanki's first book, "A Thousand Times Before," is a sweeping, emotionally powerful tale set against a backdrop of geopolitical strife, a novel about nothing less than self-determination, national identity and ancestral traumas.
On Nov. 7, Julia Quinn presents her novel "Queen Charlotte," a prequel to the books that inspired the sexy TV costume series "Bridgerton."
Author Rainbow Rowell will speak here on Aug. 2.
Shalom Auslander’s latest memoir is the story of a story. He calls both the book and the story “Feh,” a Yiddish word that translates roughly as “yuck.” He argues that this word sums up the origin story that Judaism and other major religions teach their followers, leaving them with a debilitating legacy of guilt and shame. moving and laugh-out-loud funny.
There's a world of trouble in four new thrillers, with locations ranging from the Caribbeanto blood-spattered Madrid and deceit-filled China.
For generations of St. Louisans, Ted Drewes Jr.'s face and eager declaration that his custard “really is good, guys — and gals” were synonymous with summer.
We saw the sign, but it seems only fitting that Nick himself beat us to the announcement – Nicky Slices Pizza Club, the coolest club in the world, will open at 2240 Edwards Street.
Farm Spirit has earned a loyal following at Tower Grove Farmers Market in recent years, thanks to its signature double-patty smash burger. Starting today, August 28, fans won't have to wait until Saturdays to enjoy it. Farm Spirit is opening inside Blue Jay Brewing Co., bringing its iconic s…
Heading to the farmers markets this weekend? Here's what you'll find. Plus our interactive map on where to shop.
There are tons of shows coming to town in September, including Sexyy Red, Ice Cube and magician Justin Willman.
The performance will precede a sold-out screening of a documentary directed by his son Nicholas Ma, "Leap of Faith."
Find out when all your favorite acts are taking the stage (well, one of four stages). Who are you looking forward to seeing?
Jackie Fabulous, Henry Phillips and Ben Bailey from "Cash Cab" are just a few of the comedians that will be coming to the three-day festival in November.
"Hamilton" has been an inescapable force since it first premiered in New York in 2015. We find out from a few "Hamilton" fans why they love the show.
Among the improvements are new lighting and marquee, entryway and main floor, new central staircase and new lobby and bar area.
What are your plans this weekend?
Spencer Jones has appeared on the Muny stage since he was 7, but this was his first time trying out as an equity actor.
Stacker compiled a list of 10 popular '90s artists on nostalgic tours in 2024, including full-blown reunions and album anniversaries.
Pizza Hut is offering customers moving to a few cities something extra through its packaging.
K-pop singer Taeil leaves boyband NCT over accusation of an unspecified sexual crime, his label says
South Korean singer Taeil has left K-pop band NCT after being accused of an unspecified sexual crime. His agency, SM Entertainment, released a statement Wednesday on X, saying the NCT member will depart from the boy band after learning he has been “accused in a criminal case related to a sexual crime.” The label did not specify the nature of the crime, adding that he’s fully cooperating with the police investigation. Taeil was part of NCT, a globally popular South Korean boy band that debuted in 2016. SM Entertainment’s statement garnered over 45.7 million views in less than three hours.
Labor Day weekend is the last blast of summer vacation, and that means lots of Americans will be traveling.
As our lives become more automated, increasingly niche jobs materialize to fill in the gaps. Kat Tang’s debut novel, “Five-Star Stranger,” follows one man working as a stranger for hire over a months-long spiral.
Edward Dolnick offers a history of the first dinosaur fossil discoveries in “Dinosaurs at the Dinner Party: How an Eccentric Group of Victorians Discovered Prehistoric Creatures and Accidentally Upended the World.” T
A look at three new mystery novels.
John J. Dunphy, who owns an Alton bookstore, has also published several of his own books with History Press, including the latest, "Union Soldiers of Southwestern Illinois."
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With more than 40 markets in the area, there are not enough weeks in the season to visit them all. But you can always try.
If the kids are bouncing off the walls, take them to these spots where everyone can have fun.
We looked at manmade amenities for our list, not nature's awesome glory.
Camping is growing in popularity and so are the campground options
Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul
Get Healthy. Flossing doesn’t just keep your teeth clean and gums healthy, it also helps to prevent bad breath and may even protect your heart.
Get Healthy. Eating too much sugar can contribute to a number of health risks.
Get Healthy. A spiritual practice is something that offers great peace, value and comfort for many people, especially when times get tough.