Mind on Music Listening to music offers a myriad of benefits for the mind and body. It can elevate your mood, reduce stress, and enhance focus, making it a powerful tool for relaxation and motivation. Music also stimulates the brain, improving cognitive function and memory retention. Additionally, it fosters social connections and can even promote physical well-being by encouraging movement and exercise. Whether you're seeking solace or a boost of energy, music has the unique ability to enrich our lives in countless ways. Check out these titles |
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Books on the Air An overview of talked-about books and authors. This weekly update, published every Friday, provides descriptions of recent TV and radio appearances by authors and their recently released books. See the hot titles from the media this week. |
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Toshikazu Kawaguchi Toshikazu Kawaguchi was born in Osaka, Japan, in 1971. He formerly produced, directed and wrote for the theatrical group Sonic Snail. As a playwright, his works include COUPLE, Sunset Song, and Family Time. The novel Before the Coffee Gets Cold is adapted from a 1110 Productions play by Kawaguchi, which won the 10th Suginami Drama Festival grand prize. Check out his books here |
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Library Reads Library Reads-The top ten books published this month that library staff across the country love, with additional hall of fame authors. Check them out here |
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Literature is the safe and traditional vehicle through which we learn about the world and pass on values from one generation to the next. Books save lives.-Laurie Anderson
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