A native of Ohio, Karin Wraley Barbee earned her MFA from Bowling Green State University. She teaches English at Siena Heights University and lives in Adrian, MI with her husband and two children.
NPR’S BOOK OF THE DAY
- New music books take on Paul Simon's 'Graceland' and the history of music and prison September 4, 2026In today’s episode, we chat about two new music histories. First, 1986’s Graceland is considered Paul Simon's signature album. It introduced South African music to a global audience and revitalized Simon's career. Author Ashley Kahn spoke with Morning Edition’s A Martínez about his new book Days of Miracle and Wonder, which goes behind the scenes […]
- New book evaluates President Biden's legacy as midterm elections approach September 3, 2026As midterm elections approach, former President Joe Biden's legacy still plays a big role in the Democratic Party. Princeton historian Julian Zelizer has edited a new book called The Presidency of Joseph R. Biden, which evaluates Biden’s time in office from a historical perspective. In today’s episode, the editor talks with Here & Now’s Scott […]
NY TIMES BOOKS
- Robin Morgan, Voice of Radical Feminism, Dies at 85 September 5, 2026
- Authors Wrangle With Publishers Over $1.5 Billion Anthropic A.I. Settlement September 5, 2026
- Book Review: ‘All the Presidents’ Wars,’ by Peter Bergen September 5, 2026
