The finalists for the 44th Los Angeles Times Book Prizes were revealed Wednesday morning. “Whether it’s her epic reimagining of King Lear in ‘A Thousand Acres,’ exploring campus life at Moo University in the hilarious ‘Moo,’ or her insightful writing about her beloved horses for readers of all ages, Smiley’s work brings a deeper understanding of the American landscape and …
NEW YORK — “Sure I’ll Join Your Cult,” by Maria Bamford Comedian Maria Bamford has been a comic and actor for more than two decades, her high voice and quirky persona gracing countless stand-up stages and the occasional TV show such as “Arrested Development” and her own “Lady Dynamite.” Her long journey with mental health serves as the backbone of …
In a country where many don't know their neighbours, Laxmi and Dinesh Sanders want to do things differently. "Fourteen years ago, I was one of a handful of people who sat around a kitchen table saying there's got to be a better way of living in Melbourne — can't buy it, so let's create it," Mr Fearnside said. "We've got …
