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Amid dire climate change projections, a new book argues that hope still matters
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
Apr 24, 2023
Well-known author Rebecca Solnit co-edited “Not Too Late,” which argues we shouldn't view climate change as a battle we've already lost.
How low unemployment lifts workers at the bottom
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
Mar 29, 2023
In "Moving the Needle: What Tight Labor Markets Do for the Poor," authors Newman and Jacobs advocate letting tight labor markets stay that way.
As book bans sweep the country, an adaptation for young readers pushes back
by
Kimberly Adams
and Sarah Leeson
Mar 6, 2023
Heather McGhee's new version of "The Sum of Us" urges transcending racial barriers and creating "common solutions to our common problems."
Making a major life change? These financial steps can help
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
Feb 21, 2023
Whether you've decided it's time to change jobs or you're dealing with an unforeseen circumstance.
What is it about cookbooks?
Jan 31, 2023
You can get pretty much any recipe you want online. But cookbooks still sell. A lot.
Why book publishers will scramble to reprint the Jan. 6 report
Oct 12, 2022
Public reports can be bestsellers or duds, but either way they're not risky financial bets.
One prized Nobel effect: a bump in book sales
Oct 6, 2022
The award can boost sales for a little known author, and can also highlight a field of research.
For public good, not for profit.
How are booksellers doing after last year's supply chain snags?
Sep 23, 2022
Backlogs hurt the holiday sales season in 2021. In some cases, shops still have to tell customers to wait for their favorite reads.
Can global economic crises result in better international cooperation?
by
David Brancaccio
and Erika Soderstrom
May 17, 2022
Political scientist Ian Bremmer sees big opportunity in crisis.
Talent retention as a community development strategy for low-income neighborhoods
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
Feb 1, 2022
Majora Carter's new book, "Reclaiming Your Community," pursues a "better way" to revitalize cities.