Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
Jodi Picoult, Maia Kobabe and Sandra Cisneros have each written books that have been challenged and banned throughout the country.
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Reevaluating the NBA GOAT debate: Beyond Jordan and LeBron
Kevin Merida explores why the legendary Celtic Bill Russell should be part of the GOAT debate — for his skills and bravery on and off the court.
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New England artist sends a message of joy, literally, with the Hanukkah Forever stamp
How a local artist got her work on a Forever stamp. "It's really been a great honor.” -
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Acclaimed novelist Yann Martel shares how writers have more power in theater than film. -
Open Studio: The wives of Henry VIII reclaim their identity in the hit musical 'SIX'
The latest episode of Open Studio features the feminist musical "SIX," photographer Rosamond Purcell and "The Urban Nutcracker."
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