Medium: Rare Lecture series designed to make rare books a common breed (01/14/04)

Writer's Block NEA awards UC Professor (01/07/04)

Spiritual Appreciation Vatican exhibition traces impact of religion on art (12/31/03)

Writer's Block Tristate's literary scene consisted of fascinating chapters (12/31/03)

Checking It Twice Ten book-lovers recommend 10 books (11/19/03)

Rare Opportunity New program seeks to collect HIV/AIDS data in Over-the-Rhine (11/12/03)

Writer's Block Victoria Abbott Riccardi recalls her sojourn in Kyoto (11/12/03)

Whirlygig 101: Out on the Town Halloween treats and sexy costumes scare up an eventful weekend (11/05/03)

The Dish Does Lunch Poppie's blooms by putting its roots in tasty deli fare (11/05/03)

Whirlygig 100: Out on the Town Tall Stacks docks with cool musical acts and the people swarm en masse (10/22/03)

Mystery Marks the Spot Local author explores the mysterious feminine imagination (10/22/03)

Whirlygig 99: Out on the Town Sampling the hurricanes of the baseball playoffs (10/15/03)

New Engels on Writing A new literary collective of voices emerges with the Blue Writer (10/15/03)

Writer's Block Xu Xi tunes in with her 'Jazz Wife' (10/15/03)

Whirlygig 98: Out on the Town Friendship between exes not always a noble resolution (10/08/03)

Whirlygig 97: Out on the Town The Bengals-Steelers rivalry ends in a lip lock (10/01/03)

Writer's Block The finch takes flight for Jack Riggs (10/01/03)

Whirlygig 96: Out on the Town The secret lives of whirlygiggers come out (09/24/03)

Writer's Block Perpetual Motion Roadshow rolls into town (09/17/03)

Whirlygig 94: Out on the Town Weddings can be the sweetest thing, bringing out the hope in cynics (09/10/03)

Whirlygig 93: Out on the Town A night after the fireworks leads to a debate over Simple Minds and eyeing a pig's butt (09/03/03)

Writer's Block The drums are beating as Riverbank Poetry Project kicks off its new season (09/03/03)

Whirlygig 92: Out on the Town When it rains, it pours on the dating scene (08/27/03)

Whirlygig 91: Out on the Town The quest for air-conditioning leads to Italian waitresses, superheroes and mullets (08/20/03)

The Church of Baseball Baseball memorabilia is woven into our national identity (08/20/03)

Writer's Block 10 Days (08/06/03)

Whirlygig 87: Out on the Town Coney Island looks on an Abercrombie model in the making (07/23/03)

Writer's Block Anatomy 101 AT Joseph-Beth (07/23/03)

Whirlygig 86: Out on the Town Clau's dress code bares talk of sex and the city of Covington (07/16/03)

Writer's Block An Elephant's Dance (07/16/03)

Whirlygig 85: Out on the Town Northside Fourth of July parade generates lots of fireworks ... and applause (07/09/03)

Signatures of the Times The slow, methodical fight against Article 12 (06/25/03)

Whirlygig 83: Out on the Town Wedding rehearsal dinner at Aioli puts cloud of smoke over other restaurant guests (06/25/03)

Writer's Block Collection of photos highlights Brooks' journey across China (06/25/03)

Whirlygig 82: Out on the Town Cincinnati Wing takes flight while tongues are wagging at Findlay Market (06/18/03)

Finding the Truth Crime-solving novel draws on tragic circumstances (06/18/03)

Whirlygig 81: Out on the Town A Body Concepts massage relieves aches and pains while zoo animals and art exhibits get off on other methods (06/11/03)

Writer's Block Bloomsday celebrates James Joyce's Ulysses (06/11/03)

Whirlygig 80: Out on the Town Dampness deters the butterflies, but nothing can stop the crowds at the CAC (06/04/03)

Cancer Patience Former Cincinnatian shares her close brush with a life-threatening illness (06/04/03)

Whirlygig 79: Out on the Town Making the rounds on a holiday weekend (05/28/03)

Writer's Block Poetry set author Jean Trounstine almost home free (05/28/03)

Whirlygig 78: Out on the Town Beluga's another link in the food chain, while the Freedom Center offers possibilities (05/21/03)

Writer's Block Women Writing changes time slot, while Noelle Howey's father changes sexes (05/21/03)

Whirlygig 76: Out on the Town Superheroes land at a Reds game, while underdogs fight with spirit at the Kentucky Derby and the Flying Pig Marathon (05/07/03)

Writer's Block Mercantile Library opens the book on their annual short story competition (05/07/03)

The Philospher's Stone The somber Jonathan Safran Foer scores with comedic debut, Everything Is Illuminated (04/23/03)

Whirlygig 73: Out on the Town Keeneland races with good-looking people and memories of leather (04/16/03)

Ruh-Roh New Kings Island rides let you get nostalgic ... or high (04/16/03)

Writer's Block Bob Jakubovic preaches humor in his debut novel (04/16/03)

Whirlygig 72: Out on the Town Plush bubbles over with Girls & Boys, while Semantics draws words (04/09/03)

Writer's Block Poetry in the Garden blooms with national, regional and local talent (04/09/03)

Whirlygig 71: Out on the Town CityBeat celebrates the best at SSNOVA (04/02/03)

Organic Creation Bohjalian's new novel is an exploration of grief (04/02/03)

Writer's Block UC makes the grade for poetry month (04/02/03)

Whirlygig 70: Out on the Town Trying to escape the West side and the dreaded meet-and-greet (03/26/03)

Whirlygig 69: Out on the Town "Runner's High" comes from the company (and the grub) more than the exercise (03/19/03)

Writer's Block Author George P. Pelecanos brings his Soul Circus to town (03/19/03)

Pink Market Directory helps gays and lesbians use their consumer power (03/12/03)

Whirlygig 68: Out on the Town The Comet spotlights signs from above and below (03/12/03)

Bicentennial Commons Photographer takes a seat-of-the-pants look at Ohio (03/12/03)

Whirlygig 67 Ramonesmania gives shock treatment to Plush, but Mardi Gras wants to be sedated (03/05/03)

Writer's Block Memoir explores a woman coping with middle age (03/05/03)

Whirlygig 66: Out on the Town A blind date brews up hope (02/26/03)

Whirlygig 65: Out on the Town Awkward reunions and come-ons take off at The Donnas' show (02/19/03)

Writer's Block Women Writing for (a) Change bear witness (02/19/03)

Whirlygig 64: Out on the Town Alone time delivers self-reflection and insight (02/12/03)

Whirlygig 63: Out on the Town The doldrums of a Cincinnati winter send folks road-tripping (02/05/03)

Writer's Block New book chronicles the history of Cincinnati's Public Library (02/05/03)

Whirlygig 62: Out On The Town Poets prove passé as the reality of shopping hits (01/29/03)

Changing the World Cincinnati's Harriet Beecher Stowe to be remembered (01/29/03)

Whirlygig 61 Casting a line on bonefishing (01/22/03)

The Dish Does Lunch: Food, drink, etc. The Plus is in the ingredients and the price at Total Juice (01/22/03)

Whirlygig 60 Finding reassurance in neighborhoods and bars that stand the test of time (01/15/03)

Writer's Block The word for Annie Ruth's outreach program is "read." (01/15/03)

Whirlygig 59 Were the holidays merry and bright in the Tristate? (01/08/03)

Writer's Block Northern Kentucky high school writers get published (01/01/03)

Whirlygig 57 Out on the Town (12/19/02)

Global Warming Experiences abroad shape vibrant exhibit at Weston Gallery (12/19/02)

Whirlygig 56 Out on the Town (12/12/02)

Whirlygig Out on the Town (12/05/02)

Writer's Block Local authors offer merry treats for the holidays (12/05/02)

Whirlygig 54 Out on the Town (11/27/02)

Whirlygig 53 Out on the Town (11/21/02)

The Sins of the Father Dan Savage comes to the aid of those whose lifestyles are frowned upon (11/21/02)

Whirlygig Out on the Town (11/14/02)

You Tarzan, She Jane Omnimax film brings Jane Goodall (and her chimps) to life (11/14/02)

Writer's Block Local poet earns honor (11/14/02)

They Might Be Giants Local athletes go for the gold at the Gay Games in Australia (11/07/02)

Whirlygig 51 Out on the Town (11/07/02)

A Few Good Words Author Stuart Woods saves his proliferation for the printed page (10/24/02)

Writer's Block Ohio's architecture finds its foundation in the book world (10/17/02)

Writer's Block Poets blaze the trail (10/03/02)

Burning Questions Will Stonewall Pull Together or Keep Fighting? (09/19/02)

Writer's Block How Richard Hague's garden grows (09/19/02)

The Confines of Fear For Mark T. Sullivan, researching his latest thriller was as exciting as the novel itself (09/12/02)

2002 Literary Issue: Ordinary Heroes "We could be heroes/just for one day. -- David Bowie (09/05/02)

Smallville (08/14/02)

Holy Disorders Presbyterian reformers face judgment day (07/25/02)

Writer's Block Fantastic Voyage (07/25/02)

Dark Shadows Mason-based novelist more than your average stay-at-home mom (07/18/02)

Writer's Block This Woman's Work (07/11/02)

Feinstein's Theory of Relativity Crooner's love of the American Songbook is here to stay (06/27/02)

Burning Questions If Animals Are Our Friends, Why Do Pigeons Poop on Our Heads? (06/20/02)

Deep Down and Dirty Museum Center exhibition takes you places where the sun don't shine (05/30/02)

Burning Questions Will Covington Upstage Cincinnati by Protecting Gays from Discrimination? (05/09/02)

Proctology Report Comedian Richard Lewis shares his anxieties (05/09/02)

Writer's Block What a Kick! (05/02/02)

All Politics Is Local Federal ENDA vote could override Cincinnati's anti-gay Article 12 (04/18/02)

Writer's Block (04/18/02)

Here's Where I Belong Dan Stroeh turns his desert into an oasis (03/21/02)

Writer's Block (03/21/02)

The Kids Feel Alright Gay and lesbian youth have a place to find support (03/14/02)

Boycotting the Closet African Americans welcome Stonewall into the fray (02/28/02)

Brian's Song CSF actor steers the heart-wrenching journey of Nocturne (02/28/02)

Writer's Block The Writing's On The Wall (02/21/02)

Boop-Boop-A-Doop Sherman-Jones blends serious storytelling and wicked wit (01/24/02)

Writer's Block (01/17/02)

Miller's Crossing One-man "alteractive" show at the Playhouse uses theater to fight a cause (01/10/02)

Writer's Block (01/10/02)

Folk Hero CCM theater alum graduates -- literally-- into a starring role (01/03/02)

All That Jazz Real-life Cincinnati murder inspires a new novel (01/03/02)

Travelin' Man A new take on "The Night Before Christmas" makes Santa a Cajun, a Texan, a cowboy, a teacher ... (11/29/01)

Writer's Block Into the Woods (11/29/01)

Senses Working Overtime Brassy band show is pushed to the max (11/15/01)

Blast From the Past Phelps' installation at the Aronoff evokes memories (11/01/01)

Estrogen Brigade Women fuel the latest touring production of Rent (11/01/01)

Writer's Block Good News, Bad News (11/01/01)

CD of the Week Handsome Devil: Love and Kisses from the Underground (10/25/01)

The Original Slayer Vampire writer not sitting on her laurels (10/25/01)

To Do: The Definition of Jonathan Winters Veteran comic returns to Cincinnati for a lecture (10/18/01)

Writer's Block (10/18/01)

Writer's Block (09/20/01)

Writer's Block Amazing but True (09/06/01)

Writer's Block Short Stories (08/09/01)

Writer's Block At The Crossroads (07/26/01)

Writer's Block Books, authors, etc. (07/12/01)

The Dish (07/05/01)

Little Known Facts CSF actor heads for poetry, parts unknown (06/28/01)

And That's the Truth New minister brings some real world experience to downtown church (06/14/01)

The Art of Belief Creativity is key to Joiner's take on life (06/14/01)

Writer's Block (06/14/01)

The French Connection David Sedaris turns his life and events around him into great stories (05/31/01)

On the Ball Mexican athlete plays soccer year-round, including here in Cincinnati (05/24/01)

Boys Do Cry Psychologist listens to boys' voices (05/24/01)

Writer's Block (05/17/01)

Writer's Block Arctic Circle or Bust (05/03/01)

Writer's Block Oh, the Horror (04/19/01)

Silver Lining The Clouds a sunny entry in Stage First's season (04/12/01)

Writer's Block Books, authors, etc. (04/05/01)

Writer's Block (03/22/01)

Into the Woods Artist Stephanie Cooper creates whimsical -- and occasionally creepy -- wooden figures (03/15/01)

Good Behavior Teacher used Shakespeare to change prisoners' lives (03/08/01)

Can't Stop the Music Avenue X has a few potholes, but it sounds great (03/01/01)

A Royal Ball Cinderella remains the stuff of dreams (02/22/01)

Writer's Block (02/22/01)

Writer's Block (02/08/01)

Games People Play Theater piece sheds light on local women's struggles with eating disorders (01/18/01)

Writer's Block Still Crazy (12/21/00)

Top Ten Books Local Bestsellers (12/14/00)

Writer's Block The Future Is Now (12/07/00)

A Very Brady Christmas Grandparents remember their own low-tech holidays (11/30/00)

Stuck in the Middle With You Police shove first, ask questions never (11/22/00)

Horse of a Different Color Equine artist Lynn Judd went hog wild for the Big Pig Gig (11/09/00)

Holiday Spirits Uneven Christmas Carol at LaComedia offers a good Scrooge, and lots of singing (11/09/00)

Both Sides Now British journalist recounts Munich Olympics terrorism from several perspectives (11/02/00)

Talking 'Bout Our Generation The Diner on Sycamore, Over-the-Rhine (10/26/00)

Writer's Block (10/26/00)

Writer's Block A Taste of Sherri (10/12/00)

Big Pig Gig Halena Cline (10/05/00)

Writer's Block (09/28/00)

The Real World (09/07/00)

Superfriends Graphic novel draws upon the real world of friendship and survival (09/07/00)

Big Pig Gig Leslee Wick (08/31/00)

Writer's Block (08/31/00)

Better Late Than Never Tips on procrastination from a master (08/24/00)

Writer's Block Off the Wall (08/17/00)

Writer's Block (07/20/00)

At Wit's End A festival to you, an insulting job to him (07/14/00)

Writer's Block (07/14/00)

Sewing It Up Unusual fabric images stem from a mundane object (07/12/00)

Writer's Block (07/12/00)

Square Roots Buskers are working hard to entertain visitors in downtown Cincinnati (06/29/00)

Writer's Block (06/22/00)

Dad-less Searching for the tools to be a man (06/15/00)

Technological Success Blue Ash author fills void through Internet publishing (06/15/00)

Big Pig Gig Carrie Lynn Cooke (06/15/00)

And Good Shall Lead the Way Gay Pride Parade returns after a long absence (06/08/00)

Writer's Block Poetic Spirit (06/08/00)

Writer's Block (05/25/00)

Writer's Block (05/11/00)

The Boy Wonder Son of Beast outdoes papa in more ways than one (04/27/00)

Writer's Block A Man's Life (04/27/00)

Words, Words, Words Readings at the Public Library feature local poets (04/13/00)

Writer's Block (04/13/00)

Writer's Block (03/16/00)

'Dark' Victory DTC finds balance with suspenseful classic (03/09/00)

Writer's Block Bee All That You Can Bee (03/02/00)

The Dish Insane in Spain (02/24/00)

Writer's Block Cat. K-A-T. Cat. (02/17/00)

Writers's Block (02/03/00)

Writer's Block (10/07/99)

Not Easy Being Green Overly loud music hampers a delightful 'Little Shop' at Sunset Players (09/16/99)

Writer's Block (09/09/99)

Volunteering Lots of local non-profits are looking for some help (08/26/99)

Books (08/26/99)

Writer's Block (08/26/99)

Writer's Block (08/12/99)

Soap in the Water Mason's novel fails to sustain interest (08/05/99)

Artists Under Cover Artists' sketchbooks provide fascinating insights into the process of creation (07/29/99)

Writer's Block Literary History

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Writer's Block An Open Welcome

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Pulp Fiction Upcoming literary releases offer the guiltiest of pleasures in a variety of genres (07/08/99)

Self-Taught Our literary editor shares the formative influences in his life … (07/08/99)

Angels in Covington Becker's work stands out in sculpture show at the Carnegie (07/01/99)

Writer's Block Happy Birthday (07/01/99)

A Bug's Life Old VW more a companion than a car to its owners, new book relates (06/17/99)

Writer's Block Slamdance (06/17/99)

Once Upon a Highway Stuck in traffic or simply on the road, more commuters are turning to audiobooks (05/27/99)

Too Close for Comfort Uneven production diminishes a raw, revealing play (05/27/99)

Penguins and Newport and Sharks, Oh, My! New aquarium keeps biologists, busy, wet and cold... but loving it (05/20/99)

Tough on Bugs, Easier on Humans 'Annihilator' says it works (04/22/99)

Face to Face New Kings Island ride may be the best since the Beast (04/22/99)

Writer's Block (04/22/99)

Poetic License National Poetry Month sees words bursting out all over (04/08/99)

Writer's Block (04/08/99)

Writer's Block (03/25/99)

All Things Great and Small For the Minumental Competition, good things come in small packages (03/18/99)

What's the Story? Ellis' 'Glamorama' may be too hip for its own good (03/18/99)

Writer's Block (03/11/99)

Writer's Block (02/25/99)

Subway Stories Everyone has their 15 minutes (or 253 words) (02/18/99)

Novel Ideas 'Message in a Bottle' continues Hollywood's love/hate relationship with literature (02/11/99)

Writer's Block (02/11/99)

Love Story Cincinnati editor Lois Rosenthal has sustained and expanded a venerable literary quarterly (01/28/99)

Writer's Block (01/28/99)

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