The debut novel from Samantha Browning Shea is set on a fictional Maine island.
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Arts, entertainment and books news from the Sun Journal.
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Maine libraries scrambling for books after distributor closes
Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits while looking for new sources.
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Accessible and engaging, ‘Strata’ looks back, way back, at air, ice, mud and heat
In her debut, Portland-based science writer Laura Poppick elegantly makes the case that Earth’s ancient geological history is relevant.
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These Maine high schoolers are sharing their love of music with younger students
Maine Music Mentors has chapters in 3 towns and is still expanding.
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Sufi music in Freeport, dancing in Lewiston, skating at Pineland | Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
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Portland real estate agent gets second chance on ‘Jeopardy!’
Jason Singer, who won 2 games in July and whose wife is also a former ‘Jeopardy!’ champion, will be competing Wednesday in the show’s Champions Wildcard tournament.
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11 Maine events in 2026 to put on your calendar now
Dates are set for Maine Maple Sunday, the Maine Lobster Festival, Nick Offerman, David Sedaris, Weird Al Yankovic and Toto.
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Things to do in Maine this week include s’mores night and ‘The 39 Steps’
The New England Toy and Record Show is Saturday in Kittery.
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Breakwater walks and cocktails: Here’s 5 things to do in Rockland
The Midcoast city in Knox County has a lot to offer.
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Mystery Photo for Jan. 4, 2026
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.