If you’ve never heard of the Gish Prize, you’re not alone. Vicky Holt Takamine (b.1947) hadn’t either. Not until the day the Native Hawaiian was informed she had won it.

The Bourbon Street Band Is Back, a rhyming picture book for children ages 3-8, has captivated readers with its story of resilience and the healing power of music. Written by the award-winning team of ...