Leah Koch, a co-owner of the romance bookstore, describes how the genre has changed and what makes it special.

By A.O. Scott These refreshingly authentic and playful picture books celebrate the many kinds of love that can fill kids’ lives. By Travis Jonker The writer Kelsey McKinney tries to wrestle ...

The latest in Kepler's Books "Story is the Thing" reading series on Feb. 12 features authors Rita Billwinkel, Yangsze Choo, Anita Felicelli and Cary Groner reading from their books.