Why do we have this day called Labor Day? In modern times, we sometimes come to equate it with the end of summer, the last day to wear white, Labor Day sales, or just another Monday off. But Labor Day has a long and rich history. Established as a federal holiday in 1894, the first Monday of September has been set apart to celebrate and . . . more »

The Women's National Book Association has announced Ann Patchett as the winner of the 2012-2013 WNBA Award. WNBA exists to promote reading and to support the role of women in the community of the book. The award is presented by WNBA to a living American woman who has done meritorious work in the world of books. When Nashville, Tennessee was left without a bookstore, Patchett . . . more »