TV Series
From Cradle to Stage
Inspired by a book written by Virginia Hanlon Grohl, mom to North Springfield native Dave Grohl, this unscripted recent Paramount+ series explores the mother-child relationships behind some of your favorite musicians.
Book
Stealth Attack by John Gilstrap
Hot off the presses: the latest thriller from the Fairfax phenom. Jonathan Grave is back for his 14th adventure, and this time, it’s personal—his son has just been kidnapped.
Book
All Roads Lead to the Birchmere: America’s Legendary Music Hall by Gary Oelze and Stephen Moore
Many famous names have come through the historic Alexandria venue, from Vince Gill to Arlo Guthrie. Hear the stories and memories of those music legends and their supporters.
Book
The Tragedy of Dane Riley by Kat Spears
This new release from a Richmond author is a YA riff on Hamlet, following young Dane’s life (and tenuous grip on his mental health) after the death of his father.
Album
High Dive, SHAED
Coming off their hit single “Trampoline,” the Falls Church pop trio released a second studio album this spring. The latest collection reflects the group’s personal ups and downs over the past year.
Book
The City of Good Death by Priyanka Champaneri
Explore Banaras, India’s holy city, through the eyes of a “death hostel” manager in the debut novel from a Clifton author.
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