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Movie of the Month for April 2026

Julia

Two old friends, working against the Nazis, are re-united in Russia to smuggle funds into Germany.

April 2026 Book Recommendations

A curated list of books and literary classics for your reading pleasure by David Bruce Smith Publications.

April 2026 Newsletter

Book of the Week for March 27, 2026

Every Night, Josephine! by Jacqueline Susann

In her literary debut, the author reveals how her poodle became such an important part of her life.

Book of the Week for March 21, 2026

Double Double by Martha and Ken Grimes

A mother and son—each writers—talk about their addictions to alcohol, and the zig-zag path back to sobriety.

Book of the Week for March 16, 2026

Daniel Deronda by George Eliot

A young man from an aristocratic family discovers his Jewish heritage and moves to Palestine.

Book of the Week for March 09, 2026

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

A boy born—and then orphaned—by his mother, has to survive by his innate talents and wits.

Book of the Week for March 02, 2026

Consider This, Senora by Harriet Doerr

Five expatriates relocate to Mexico in 1962.

March 2026 Newsletter

When Cultural Ideas Converge—and Bump—Through the Ages

March 2026 Book Recommendations

A curated list of books and literary classics for your reading pleasure by David Bruce Smith Publications.

What to Watch for March 2026

Bookish

Eccentric antiquarian bookshop owner Gabriel Book, who uses his vast knowledge to solve crimes with his wife.

Movie of the Month for March 2026

The Whales Of August

Two elderly sisters spend a summer at their seaside house