6 books by local authors to read this summer
Summer reading lists aren’t just for students. This season, whether soaking up the sun or inside with the AC blasting, flip through these six genre-spanning tomes, all written by Northern Virginia authors.
Local Author Love: Aimee Agresti's 'The Summer Set' is perfect for a warm-weather read
Her newest book, a romantic fiction novel, focuses on an actress in her 40s finding her spark again.
Karin Tanabe’s new historical thriller has DMV roots
The Washington, DC-based author feels comfortable making her protagonists from the area she calls home, and her new novel explores the Vietnam War era.
Local illustrator Ashleigh Corrin Webb wins national award for children’s book cover
Her illustrations in the children’s book “Layla’s Happiness” have earned her the 2020 Ezra Jack Keats Illustrator Award.
Local author Carylee Carrington pens book ‘Pretty Hair’ to honor all hair types
We spoke with Carrington about her growing local, social impact.
Local author re-releases ‘Nathan’s Run’ with alternative ending
John Gilstrap’s bestselling book is back—but this time with the ending he originally wanted.