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Here is unique series of new recordings of Djuna Barnes' short stories and poems. This American writer played an important part in the development of 20th Century English language modernist writing, She was a key figures in 1920-30s bohemian Paris after filling a similar role in the Greenwich Village of the teens. Her novel Nightwood, with its introduction by T. S. Eliot, is a cult work of modern fiction. She stands out today for her distinctive writing style and her portrayals of lesbian themes. Since Barnes's death, interest in her work has grown and many of her books are back in print. Djuna Barnes - Selected Works
Are you looking for a good book? If so, you've come to the right place. Here you can find book reviews by students and teachers about the books we've been reading and what we think about them. Brookline Book reviews
Colorín Colorado is a bilingual website offering educational resources for teachers and parents of English language learners (ELLs). The Meet the Experts podcast series from Colorín Colorado and the American Federation of Teachers provides an opportunity to hear exclusive interviews with leaders in the field of ELL education. Topics include characteristics of good pre-K programs for ELLs, how to help get students on the path to college, professional development ideas for ELL educators, and using multicultural children's literature in the ELL classroom. Meet the Experts (Colorín Colorado)
Listen to reviews for some of the fantastic books at the Skyview Library. Book Review Podcast
Public domain works read aloud in bite-sized pieces. The Literate Loser
Review popular literary classics on the go. Each CliffsNotes CramCast gives you background on the author, a brief summary of the book, and ends with the top 3 things you should know about the novel. Whether you are on your way to class or studying for a exam, CramCasts go where you go! CliffsNotes CramCast
An open ended fantasy and science fiction webcast for kids 8 to 13. MakeShift Stories changes from episode to episode based on the suggestions of its listeners. The story starts as Tim a giant by local standards mysteriously arrives on the small icy world of Ceres. Makeshift Stories - kids scifi and fantasy bedtime podcast

Here & Now Podcast

Here & Now Podcast
Produced by WBUR Boston and PRI, Here & Now features fast breaking news, more leisurely analysis and human interest stories. We also cover the arts: film, theater, music and much more.
Tim Riley's commentaries on music from Here and Now

Tim Riley's commentaries on music from Here and Now
Commentaries on music from NPR's Here and Now and elsewhere... Author Tim Riley has written books on the Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Madonna, and his most recent title is FEVER: HOW ROCK'N'ROLL TRANSFORMED GENDER IN AMERICA (Picador 2005). He is at work on a major new biography of John Lennon for W.W. Norton slated for 2009. His music commentary is featured regularly on NPR's HERE AND NOW, the nationally-syndicated show produced weekdays out of WBUR-FM in Boston.
Here & Now Arts

Here & Now Arts
Musicians, authors and artists talk about their craft with Here And Now host Robin Young.
Boston University World of Ideas

Boston University World of Ideas
Each Sunday night, World of Ideas features discussions and lectures by the best and brightest thinkers from Boston University and the Boston community at large. The show topics focus on various subjects such as current events, national and international politics, academic-related issues and public affairs.
Radio Boston

Radio Boston
Jane Clayson and David Boeri go deep to examine the most significant stories of our region -- with innovative reporting, interviews and analysis. We're devoted to the people of Boston and beyond. Join the conversation each week on Radio Boston.
WBUR: Project Dropout

WBUR: Project Dropout
WBUR Boston examines the Massachusetts high-school dropout rate. Reporters examine why kids leave school, why the dropout rate isn’t getting lower, how it affects all of us and what we should do about it. Produced in collaboration with WGBH Television with support from the Boston Foundation.

WBUR: Project Dropout

WBUR Boston examines the Massachusetts high-school dropout rate. Reporters examine why kids leave school, why the dropout rate isn’t getting lower, how it affects all of us and what we should do about it. Produced in collaboration with WGBH Television with support from the Boston Foundation.

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Tim Riley's commentaries on music from Here and Now

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WBUR: Project Dropout

WBUR: Project Dropout