Literature
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Prince Harry’s New Book Expected to Be a Smash Hit at Book Stores All Over Bucks County
One of the Royal Family’s most well-known members has recently written a book, and it has become a major hit amongst Bucks County readers. Prince Harry’s latest book, Spare, is to be released on Tuesday. Available for preorder at bookstores across Bucks County, many have seen a huge turnout in orders for the 416-page autobiography.…
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This Bucks County Bookshop Was Listed as One of the Best Indie Bookstores in the Philadelphia Area
One of Bucks County’s most popular bookshops has been listed as one of the best indie bookstores in the Philadelphia area. Nick Vadala and Michelle Myers wrote about the bookshop in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Doylestown Bookshop, located at 16 South Main Street in Doylestown, was listed as one of the best bookstores in there area. Located…
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Lahaska Bookshop Looks Back on Five Years of Business, Celebrating with an Upcoming Mural Signing
A popular Bucks County bookstore is celebrating hall a decade of business with a fun and artistic community get-together this week. The Lahaska Bookshop, located at Route 263 & Street Road in Lahaska, opened its doors in the fall of 2017. Owned by the popular Doylestown Bookshop, the Lahaska location has become a fixture of…
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Bucks County Community College Announces Winners of Annual Short Fiction Contest
The Bucks County Short Fiction Contest is pleased to announce the winners for Fall 2022. Bob McCrillis of Doylestown won first place for his story, “Hotel Oklahoma.” Megan Monforte, also of Doylestown, was awarded second place for her story, “Strawberry Moon.” Jennifer Fritch of New Hope captured third place for “Come Clean.” Novelist Margarita Montimore,…
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Acclaimed Poet, Who Once Lived Across the River from Bucks County, Remembered for Contributions to the Arts
A famous poet and writer, who once livd very close to the Bucks County area, is remembered for what he did for the art of modern poetry. Hillel Italie wrote about the poet for the Los Angeles Times. Gerald Stern, one of the most acclaimed poets of the 21st century, passed away on Oct. 27…
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Local Government Organization Celebrates Doylestown Couple Who Authored “The Berenstain Bears” Series
One of many literary phenomenons to come out of Bucks County, a writing couple is being celebrated for their contributions to children’s literature. Dan McPhillips, the Bucks County Recorder of Deeds, celebrated the lives of Stan and Jan Berestain, the Doylestown couple who created the popular “The Berenstain Bears” book series, for National Authors Day.…
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This Bucks County School District was Recently Recognized as One of the Best in the Country
A school district in the Bucks County area is being recognized as one of the best in the whole country, a huge achievement for local education. Centennial School District was recently recognized as a 2023 Best School District by Niche, who rank school districts around the country for their quality of education, as well as…
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Holy Family University to Co-Host Speaker Series on American Historian’s Latest Book
Holy Family University will be hosting a speaking engagement with an author, whose book discusses the American Revolutionary War. The university, along with Glen Foerd on the Delaware, will co-host a Speaker Series event featuring historian Aaron Sullivan, author of The Disaffected: Britain’s Occupation of Philadelphia, published by University of Pennsylvania Press, which the American Revolution…
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Author, Central Bucks East Grad Given Prestigious Literary Award for Her Latest Work
An author with Bucks County roots has recently been awarded a major literary award following the publication of her latest book. Violet Kupersmith, an author and former student at Central Bucks High School East in Doylestown, was recently awarded the Bard Fiction Prize for her latest novel, Build Your House Around My Body, published by…
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Bucks County Community College Names Doylestown Resident the 2022 Poet Laureate
A Doylestown native has been named by the 2022 Bucks County Poet Laureate by Bucks County Community College. Tom Mallouk of Doylestown has been named the 2022 Bucks County Poet Laureate. Mallouk, a psychotherapist, rose to the top of 60 entries in the 46th annual contest. Mallouk and his wife, Dr. Eileen Engle, raised their daughters…
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Local Historian’s Latest Book Discusses the Various Covered Bridges of Bucks County
A historical and author in the Bucks County area has just released a book that discussed the covered bridges that the area is known for. R. Scott Bomboy, a Bucks County resident and editor-in-chief at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, recently published his latest book, “Wooden Treasures: The Story of Bucks County’s Covered Bridges”,…
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Longstanding Bucks County Bookstore Trades Hands, Continues Operations in Popular Riverside Town
A popular bookshop in the Bucks County area recently saw a change in ownership, with several employees taking over the well-known store. Farley’s Bookshop, located at 44 South Main Street in New Hope, has been one of the most popular shops in the riverside town. In operation since 1967, the store has been offering literary…
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Football Players, Actors, and Reporters Among Famous Pennsbury Alum Inducted into District’s Hall of Fame
A group of celebrities that graduated from the same Bucks County school district were recently recognized for their successful careers. Several well-known graduates of the Pennsbury School District were recently inducted into into their Hall of Fame, the first alum to be added to the new hall. Reporters Robert Costa (Class of 2004) and Hallie…
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This Bucks County High School Student was Recognized for Her Academic Excellence by a Major Scholarship Program
A student at a Bucks County high school was recently recognized for her academic achievements by a well-known scholarship program. Kelly Donnelly, a senior at William Tennent High School in Warminster, was recently recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program for her academic achievements while at then school. “Congratulations to 12th grader, Kelly Donnelly, who…
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This Late Actress Began Her Career in Bucks County. Read to See When and Where
A beloved actress, known for her various film and television roles, got her start in one of Bucks County’s most well-known playhouses. Hanna O’Reilly wrote about the actress’ early career for WFMZ-69. Angela Lansbury, known for her roles in Murder, She Wrote, The Manchurian Candidate, and The Picture of Dorian Gray, got one of her…
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Another Bucks County Borough is Hosting a Popular Ghost Tour Until the End of the Month
A borough in Bucks County is showing locals and visitors where the most haunted buildings in the area are, as well as their history. The Historic Langhorne Association, located at 160 West Maple Avenue in Langhorne Borough, is hosting ghost tours around the area until the end of the month. Local historians take those participating…
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Looking for a Fun Halloween Season this Year? Check Out this Bucks County Township’s Upcoming Activities
One area in Bucks County is known for its Halloween festivities, and those will begin to take off as the holiday draws nearer. Jeff Werner wrote about the events for the Newtown Patch. Newtown Borough’s Halloween Parade is set for Oct. 29. This fun and festive event is always a draw for the Newtown area,…
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Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce Showcases Local Filmmakers, Celebrates Young Talents
A Bucks County association will be hosting a series of film festivals this month, where new movies will be shown to the public. The Bucks Fever FilmFest will be held at the County Theater in Doylestown on Oct. 16. Hosted by the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, the event, titled “Where Genius Emerges”, is an…
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