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“Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that life itself is poetry.” —Philip Terman,…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

From the Publisher: “In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who has a unique genetic blueprint and…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Start Reading Book One of The Marksmen Guard by Nathaniel E. Troupe…

From the Publisher: "As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, Read more

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist for the 2025 WCoNA Book of…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

About the Author: “Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly graduated to Agatha Christie. His father…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Start Reading Book One of The Marksmen Guard by Nathaniel E. Troupe…

From the Publisher: "As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, Read more

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We don’t have a staff, we’re not…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he’s not only included in the most…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: “Following a parent and child elephant on their annual migration…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

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Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

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From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

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"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

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From the Publisher: "As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, Read more

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Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Start Reading Book One of The Marksmen Guard by Nathaniel E. Troupe…

From the Publisher: "As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, Read more

“Life on the streets is hard but it’s deadly when a young woman battles addiction.” From the Publisher: “Where is home… when you’re homeless? Selah gets…

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker. From the…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Start Reading Book One of The Marksmen Guard by Nathaniel E. Troupe…

From the Publisher: "As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, Read more

From the Publisher: “Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. The Montgomery family is exactly who…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“Novy’s book is a must read for anyone who researches, studies or writes about adoption.” —Lorraine Dusky, author of Hole In My Heart From the Publisher:…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

From the Publisher: “Calling My Life With Literacy a ‘new intersectionality,’ Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that connected his development and lived experience…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

From the Publisher: “An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then disappears. To solve the case, the…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity…” More info About the author: Shyann…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

From the Publisher: “As Captain of the vaunted Marksmen Guard, Neil Stryder is considered one of, if not the most, dangerous warrior in all Ealderium. When…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

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Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

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Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

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Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

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From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

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International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

From the Publisher: “‘Hey girl, u up? Wanna cuddle?’ Ahhh, how poetic, right?! Alas – love and chivalry is not dead after all. Award-Winning Author Nadette…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Announcing the Bridge LIT Fest— August 10–Venango Campus in Oil City, PA “Join us for a day of writing and inspiration in historic Oil City, PA.…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

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Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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M. Christine Benner Dixon, Ph.D. is an author, editor, and writing coach living in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. She offers writing services…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

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Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

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Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

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Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

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Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

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Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

From the Publisher: “An ode to one of America’s foremost Black playwrights, August Wilson, and a meditation on culture, erasure, and what ultimately drives an artist’s…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

“Truly one of the best writers of his generation.”—Gerald Locklin, author of Charles Bukowski: A Sure Bet New story collection by Dave Newman chronicles what happens…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

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Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

We were so excited to hear about a new Pittsburgh-area writing community, Steel City Creatives, and wanted to share this Q&A for any Littsburgh readers who…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher, Izzard Ink: Lost love. Industrial catastrophe. Can it all be redeemed? A retired English teacher returns to his Appalachian roots, lured back to…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

We’ve been a big fan of Scribble House since their first “Workshop Matchmaking” event (such a great idea)… and now they’re hosting their very own literary…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “This fourth installment in the Tales from the Sheep Farm series continues the story of Delia Ford and Meter Shaikovsky. Sort of. You…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

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Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

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Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

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Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of living in or being from what…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

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Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

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Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

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Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

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Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

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This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

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Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

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Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

“Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would be a great fit for our…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: “A must read for anyone interested in gardening in…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

From the Publisher: “Many fathers resist assisting their children on the autism spectrum. Some are too stubborn or macho to accept the autism diagnosis. And once…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on May 11, 2024 on the campus…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): “In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Pennsylvania’s nursing homes. When the governor…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us.” Carlow University recently announced a year-long…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! “We have numerous literary events throughout…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “Mix Tapes and Photo Albums, a narrative poetry collection that forms a poetic mix tape. This coming-of-age poetry collection told from the point…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

From the Publisher: “A deadly virus is bearing down on the world and Emerson Mackenzie, CEO of PharmaScience Technologies—now back in its ancestral home of Port…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Littsburgh’s co-founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (also a literary agent and author) was in New York for work this month, but we’re still going strong with the…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “Salvatore Pane’s The Neorealist in Winter is a collection of eleven short stories that explore what it means to be human in an age of…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

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This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

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"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

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Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

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One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

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A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Littsburgh’s co-founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (also a literary agent and author) joined Heather Abraham on Talk Pittsburgh again this week alongside Jessica Strawser, author of The…

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

“In the Cut is a big-hearted collection set in Appalachia that explores the lives of individuals trying to get by in the best way they can.…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

“A relevant, harrowing mystery with page-turning suspense.” ―Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of Just the Nicest Couple From the Publisher: “Jessica Strawser, a book…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

From the Publisher: “This book contains poems written to help the author find a sense of self and how the author felt during certain events in…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA – Aurora Corialis Publishing (ACP) proudly announces that three of its exceptional authors have emerged victorious at the prestigious TAZ Awards (The Author’s Zone) 2023.…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

From the Publisher: “Delia Ford is Port Kenneth’s newest social media darling, a young woman with a camera and a habit of showcasing what she views…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

From the Publisher: “Peanut can’t sleep. She’s just too excited about tomorrow! She tries everything she can think of to help her fall asleep, like jumping…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“When Kenzi decides to take a whirlwind trip to Italy-to work at an archeological site-she has no way of knowing that she’ll dig up far more…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

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Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“The warmth and humanity of these writers comes through every page as they welcome us into their writing lives. The collaborative nature of this work, with…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

“I NEED MORE! WOW! Okay, K. N. Corwin has created a dark, beautiful, intriguing, complex, frightening world here.” —Mystique Roberts From the Publisher: “My name is…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

Littsburgh’s co-founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (also a literary agent and author) joined Heather Abraham on Talk Pittsburgh again this week alongside Tuhin Das, author of Exile…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “With elements of Gothic horror, alchemy, sex magic, and science, Blood Ending chronicles the rise of master vampire Severin, his trinity of female vampires, and…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

From the Publisher: “When your child is hurting, all you want is for them to feel better… Author Jennifer Drake Simmons spent years watching her son’s…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

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"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

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Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

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Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Littsburgh’s co-founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (also a literary agent and author) joined Heather Abraham on Talk Pittsburgh again this week alongside Kosoko Jackson, who will be…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

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Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

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"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

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Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

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"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

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From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

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Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Submissions for the 2024 Patricia Dobler Poetry Award are now open (for women writers over the age of 40)!

"Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

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From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

“Jim Daniels writes with grace and unsentimental sympathy about ordinary, hard-edged lives, their celebrations and failures and strivings.” —Jean Thompson, National Book Award finalist for Who…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

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From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

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Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

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Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “Operating from the Fallen Angel tavern in Pittsburgh’s North Side, the mysterious Sandman waits for the chance to grant the denizens of the…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

From the Publisher: “When only-child Sam Bingham leaves for Marine boot camp, his parents instantly become empty nesters. John and Trixie at one time had a…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more

Two Poems by Shyann Glover (from With Every Step That I Take)

From the Publisher: "With Every Step That I Take is a collection of poems exploring a rebuilt relationship with Christianity..." Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA – City Books is pleased to announce Erica Hom and Leo Smith as Writers-in-Residence from July 1 – November 30, 2023. “Erica Hom (she/her)…

Call to Action: Pittsburgh Applying for a UNESCO City of Literature Designation!

Pittsburgh has been known as a Steel Town, a Sports Town, and an Eds & Meds Town; we believe it's Read more

International Poetry Forum Presents: Emily Wilson (Acclaimed Translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey) – Special Discount for Littsburgh Readers!

Join us for a special evening with Emily Wilson, acclaimed translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey, hosted by the International Poetry Forum at Carnegie Read more

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Introducing: Stay Gold Books in Regent Square!

Most importantly: Where are you located, what are your hours, and do you have a particular focus in terms of the Read more

WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia®2025: Invitation To Present Deadline Extended!

This just in from our friends at WCoNA: "To provide additional preparation time, we’ve extended the deadline to submit a Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Nominations for the WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year are Now Open!

Altoona, PA—The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce a call for nominations Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

A Conversation with Charles Dickens descendant at Nov. 2 opening night of Prime Stage Theatre’s “Great Expectations”

From Prime Stage Theatre: According to Shakepeare’s melancholy prince Hamlet, “The play is the thing, wherein I'll catch the conscience Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

From the Publisher: “Sixteen-year-old gymnast Elizabeth Arlington has developed fear issues when it comes to throwing herself over a vault table—but then she finds that she…

Interview + Introduction (by Dave Newman): Greg Clary, author of The Vandalia in Me

"Clary is the Whitman of West Virginia, honoring the laborers, the precious encounters, the deeper wisdoms. He understands intimately that Read more

Q&A: Jennifer Celeste Briggs (author of Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism)

From the Publisher: "In Watching Sarah Rise, Jenny Briggs shares her experience parenting her daughter Sarah, a feisty girl who Read more

Announcing the 2025 WCONA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® Book of the Year Longlist!

Brockport, PA — The WCoNA Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia® (here and after WCoNA) is pleased to announce its longlist Read more

Q&A: Sean Gregory, author of The Growing Darkness (The God Killers Trilogy Book 1)

About the Author: "Sean Gregory always loved fiction. At an early age he began reading the Hardy Boys and quickly Read more

Announcing The Accidental Time Travelers Collective: Volume 3 (Locally Published Anthology)!

One of our favorite local authors, Joshua David Bellin (author, most recently, of MYRIAD) just let us know that he's Read more

Interview and Sneak Peek: You Are My Everything by Kelly Conroy, illustrated by Abigail Hookham!

A lyrical and heartfelt tribute from a parent to their “everything,” their child. From the Publisher: "Following a parent and Read more

Start Reading Twitter Crush by Em S. A’cor!

Could her Twitter Crush be her Prince Charming? From the Publisher: "A whirlwind romance. A heart-thumping new start. Widowed and Read more

City Books Spring 2025 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Nov. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Pittsburgh Dog & Frog Coloring Contest (Hosted by love, Pittsburgh – Ends Oct. 31!)

love, Pittsburgh is hosting a “Pittsburgh Dog & Frog” coloring contest! Kids, color a page from the children’s book, “Pittsburgh Read more

Start Reading ‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season: Real Life & Romance for the 50+ Woman by Chris Posti

"Welcome to Christmastime at Port Mariette, where friendship, faith, and second chance romance weave together to transform a small town." Read more

Triangulation 2025: Dark Hearts – Open Call for Submissions!

From Parsec (Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization): "The theme of Parsec Ink’s 2025 Triangulation anthology is Dark Hearts. Read more

We Believe in Books, We Believe in Freedom

Littsburgh has always been a “nights and weekends” passion project, ever since we started the site back in 2015. We Read more

The Littsburgh Interview: Patrick Radden Keefe (New York Times-bestselling author of Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks)!

New York Times-bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe will be featured at The Peters Township Library Foundation’s seventh annual Novel November Read more

Start Reading The Clinic by Cara Reinard!

"One doctor. One patient. One terrible lie." From the Publisher: "I used to have it all. My ex-boyfriend and I Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Laurel Houck, author of Searching for Home

"Life on the streets is hard but it's deadly when a young woman battles addiction." From the Publisher: "Where is Read more

Start Reading Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser…

One impulsive decision changes the lives of two lifelong friends forever in a powerful novel of suspense by the USA Today bestselling Read more

Q&A and Excerpt: Chloe Ruffennach (author of Wisteria Drive)!

From the Publisher: "Somehow, the sun always finds its way through the windows of the five mansions on Wisteria Drive. Read more

Start Reading My Life With Literacy: The Continuing Education of a Historian by Harvey J. Graff

From the Publisher: "Calling My Life With Literacy a 'new intersectionality,' Harvey J. Graff explores both overarching and underlying patterns that Read more

Q&A: Bill Gormley, Author of Too Many Bridges (A Murder Mystery Set in Pittsburgh)!

From the Publisher: "An eyewitness to a murder calls the Pittsburgh police from one of the city’s 446 bridges, then Read more

Start Reading A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar!

"Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review “Focusing on scenes of people and Read more