Literature
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The 9 biggest true crime cases in Pennsylvania history
Many Americans turn to podcasts and documentaries for true stories of crime and mystery. However, you can also turn to real cases from Pennsylvania’s history for a dose of true crime in our own state.
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10 books by Pennsylvania authors to add to your summer reading list
Regardless of where their books were set, these Pennsylvania authors drew inspiration from the Keystone State.
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Empowering literacy: Pennsylvania’s Barbershop Books wins $250K award
Barbershop Books wins the Lipman Family Grand Prize for its innovative literacy model. BleagLee and Technovation also receive $150K each.
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Keystone crossword: Pennsylvania beers
Think you know Pennsylvania beer? Like really know it? Try your hand at this week’s crossword which covers beers that are on tap at many bars throughout the state, and some they don’t make any more.
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Crossword: Strange Pennsylvania Town Names
Pennsylvania town names crossword challenges your knowledge of the state. See how well you know the Keystone state.
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25 books publishing in 2025 that we can’t wait to read
Numerous books are set to be published in 2025, but these are a few of our most anticipated reads. Here are our 25 books publishing in 2025 we can’t wait to read.
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Celebrate Pride Month with these must-read books
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by LGBTQ+ authors. Here’s what they said.
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with these staff-recommended must-read books
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by AAPI authors. Here’s what they said.
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Read more, spend less: Here’s where you can get free books
Free books are available through several online and in-person resources. Here’s everything you need to know to find free books near you.





















