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A LOVE STORY: Colleen Mellor and her husband, Paul. (Submitted photo)
‘A love story’: Colleen Mellor to give book talk on caring for partner with Alzheimer’s
Colleen Mellor is a former Cranston teacher of 30 years, a former realtor of nine years, a Providence Journal columnist, an author of multiple books and a Warwick resident since the ’90s. She … more
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The price libraries pay for physical books have largely stayed the same, barring regular increases from inflation. But The physical books seen here in the basement of the Providence Public Library likely aren’t as in high demand as certain e-books, with some digital titles having hundreds of holds. (Alexander Castro/Rhode Island Current)
Bills aim to give Rhode Island public libraries a break from high cost of e-books
A lot of Rhode Islanders want to read Kristin Hannah’s latest novel, “The Women.” The e-book version of Hannah’s Vietnam War narrative had 837 holds across the … more
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Sophomore Alessandra Russo holding her most recent novel, What Went Wrong Last Summer. (Photo courtesy of Natalia Jackson.)
Teen Author publishes three books before ending her sophomore year
Originally published in Cranston High School West’s student newspaper The West Wind Sophomore Alessandra Russo, otherwise known by her pen name, ‘Ali Marie’, has become a … more
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IMAGINATION ON PAPER: Nicholas Bramble poses with his book Adventures at Bramble Woods, which he recently published after two years of writing.
13-year-old author launches into adventure with inaugural book
The stories behind neglected, abandoned, long-forgotten places have always interested Warwick resident Nicholas Bramble. Now, as he prepares to wrap up seventh grade at Immaculate Conception … more
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West Book Club starts a book drive
The month of December is mostly focused on giving back. The Book Club decided to follow this way of life by starting a book drive. Here at Cranston High School West, Book Club leaders Isabella Sawyer … more
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Scott Jablonski
How Do You Stand Out?
Growing up, Scott Jablonski didn’t know that other kids didn’t make up songs in their heads the way that he did. “I didn’t realize that’s what I was doing,” … more
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Cranston Public Library
The Cranston Public Library brings people, information, and ideas together to enrich lives and strengthen the community. Backyard Composting Made Simple @ Central Saturday, October 21, 2023 … more
Emily Greenhalgh
Actively bringing ocean learning to kids
Inspired by her own childhood love of the ocean’s mysteries, Emily Greenhalgh, born and raised in Cranston, has created her own inspirational learning activity book for children with the hope … more
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PERSONALIZING EACH COPY: Raina Smith signed copies of her recently released book “The Earth Consented” after describing what inspired her to write her first science fiction novel. (Warwick Beacon photos)
Raina Smith turns to outer space to explore Earth
People who said they had had alien experiences proved to be a major inspiration for Raina Smith’s fifth novel, “The Earth Consented.” Smith, a former news anchor for WPRI-12 … more
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BOOKS GALORE: Sprague Mansion transforms its interior to make way for a bookstore and inspire an interest in reading in young children. (Photo by Steve Popiel)
Summer Reading Kick-off made some noise at Sprague Mansion
Sprague Mansion was the place to be on Friday, June 16. Families from all across Cranston swarmed to the summer reading kick off program. This year's theme is Make Some Noise! "We have … more
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READING ON THE WAY: Rhodes Elementary school fourth grader Egypt Karbedah shows off a library card issued to him at school on March 17 through a partnership with the Cranston Public Library.
Bringing children back to books
Most adults fondly recall the day they received their first library card. Holding that card for the first time was both a rite of passage and a ticket to freedom via the imagination. Due to various … more
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BankRI holds month long childrens book drive
On March 1, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) kicked off its 2023 Children’s Book Drive at all 20 of its branch locations, including its three Cranston branches. This is one of the largest annual … more
Talking Books Library Kit now available at CPL
Cranston Public Library announced Friday it has become an institutional member of the Talking Books Library, a project of the National Library Service that is administered by the Rhode Island Office … more
AUTHOR’S JOURNEY: Marc Colagiovanni spent time with his twin daughters' fourth grade class discussing his journey as an author and the writing process. He then read aloud from his book and took questions from the audience. (Photo courtesy of Cranston Public Schools)
When Things Aren’t Going Right, Go Left
When Marc Colagiovanni decided to write a children’s book, he could be found reading on the floor of Barnes and Noble. A lawyer by profession, Colagiovanni would visit the store after court and … more
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THE AUTHOR AND HIS MUSE: Ace and Maddie Aceto pose proudly with the book that will make them famous. (Photos courtesy of Ace Aceto)
Local dad writes kid’s book for his daughter
Ace Aceto is a funny guy. He is in the RI Comedy Hall of Fame. He has traveled around the country performing his stand up for conventions, businesses and private shows. He also lived in Cranston … more
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Joanne Evans
Local children’s book is a hoot
Joanne Evans of Cranston never saw herself as busy as she is today. A mother of four, new grandma, and soon-to-be two-time children’s author, Evans is jogging to keep up with the pace of her … more
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What are appropriate CPS books?
Those who  don’t approve of a certain book in Cranston Public Schools’ libraries, they may soon be able to object through an official format. Librarians in Cranston Public Schools … more
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LARGE TURNOUT: The Friends of the Library book sale received a large turnout on Nov.
Piled high with books
Volunteers at William Hall Library greeted shoppers bright and early on Nov. 5 as locals stopped in for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Thousands of books, CDs and DVDs were available for … more
SIGNING BOOKS FOR THE FANS: Authors Sandra Moyer (left) and Janet Cullen Ragno during the book signing portion of this past Saturday’s program. Moyer is the President of the Cranston Historical Society and Ragno is a member of the group.
A tale of two books
Sandra Moyer and Janet Cullen Ragno, authors of “Cranston Revisited” and “Cranston Through Time” spent this past Saturday afternoon presenting their two books to an audience … more
NEVER GIVING UP ON YOUR DREAMS: Dr. Marc Bochner shows off his latest book, “Pug Learns to Believe,” at a reading at Fab-YOU-Us Family Fun Center. (Photo courtesy of Ron Riley)
Cranston native writes motivational children’s book
What is a better message to teach a young pup other than to follow your dreams and never give up yourself? In this brand new children’s book, by Cranston native, Marc Bochner he shines a … more
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