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Ainsley Bowar

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El Paso, San Antonio
As seen in: KSAT-TV (San Antonio, TX), WOAI-TV (San Antonio, TX), KFOX-TV (El Paso, TX), KABB-TV (San Antonio, TX), KDBC-TV (El Paso, TX), Bookstr, Texas State Public Affairs Network
Producer and content creator currently @ksatnews
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Why I Read the Last Page of a Book First

Why I Read the Last Page of a Book First

Bookstr — It’s not a belated April Fools prank, I really do read the last page of a book first. Every time, without fail- sometimes in the middle of the bookstore.
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LGBTQIA+ Authors to add to your bookshelf: 5×5

LGBTQIA+ Authors to add to your bookshelf: 5×5

Bookstr — Representation in the media and in literature is important, but it’s also important to have representation on your bookshelf! In this 5×5 we interviewed five authors who identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community to talk about writing, representation, and the future of queer literature
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Black Romance Authors to Read this February: 5×5

Black Romance Authors to Read this February: 5×5

Bookstr — If you’re still looking for a little love in your life, then look no further! These amazing authors have got you covered. In this 5×5 we interviewed five black romance authors to get their thoughts on the genre.
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Authors Making Their Debut in 2021: 5×5

Authors Making Their Debut in 2021: 5×5

Bookstr — In this 5×5 we’re talking to five authors: Mark Herschberg, Anya Josephs, Crystal Maldonado, Luke Cunningham, and Addison Armstrong who are making their debut this year.
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Appreciate a Dragon Day

Appreciate a Dragon Day

Bookstr — January 16th is Appreciate a Dragon Day! In honor of our favorite magical beasts, let's go through a few of our favorite fire-breathing buddies from literature.
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World Braille Day

World Braille Day

Bookstr — Today is World Braille Day! January fourth has been recognized and observed as World Braille day since the year 2019, after it got approval from the United Nations General Assembly back in 2018.
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10 Quotes to Celebrate Jacob Grimm’s Birthday

10 Quotes to Celebrate Jacob Grimm’s Birthday

Bookstr — Jacob Grimm, half of the literary duo ‘The Brothers Grimm,’ was born on January 4th, 1785. In honor of what would be his 236th birthday, here are some of the folklorist’s best quotes.
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New Years Read-solutions for 2021!

New Years Read-solutions for 2021!

Bookstr — 2020 is officially over, and with the new year comes new books, new reading challenges, new series, and new ways to love reading. There are many ways to ring in the new year, including new years resolutions, here are a few especially for booklovers to try.
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Great Gatsby Entering Public Domain

Great Gatsby Entering Public Domain

Bookstr — F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel The Great Gatsby will be joining other works like Little Women, Pride and Prejudice, and Great Expectations, as it enters the public domain in January 2021.
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Series Getting New Books in 2021

Series Getting New Books in 2021

Bookstr — Many series are getting new additions in the new year, with some reaching their conclusions and others simply adding to the collection. Here are a few highly anticipated sequels to series coming in 2021.
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Authors Due For a New Book in the New Year

Authors Due For a New Book in the New Year

Bookstr — With 2020 coming to a close, there’s a lot to look forward to. And, the new year brings new releases, from debut novels to additions to series, and everything in between. Here are a few acclaimed authors that are set to release new books in 2021.
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Best LGBTQIA+ Books of 2020

Best LGBTQIA+ Books of 2020

Bookstr — So many wonderful books came out in 2020, and we love them for it! Here are our top books that offer LGBTQIA+ representation as well as refreshing takes on many genres.
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Ugly Sweater Day: Weasley Edition

Ugly Sweater Day: Weasley Edition

Bookstr — It’s Ugly Sweater Day! And what’s more iconic than a Weasley Sweater, knit by Molly Weasley herself. So let’s take a look at some of the best sweaters each Weasley has worn throughout the years.
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‘Clifford The Big Red Dog’ Live Action Adaptation

‘Clifford The Big Red Dog’ Live Action Adaptation

Bookstr — Beloved children’s book series Clifford the Big Red Dog by Norman Birdwell is getting a live-action adaptation produced by Paramount Pictures.
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5×5: Jewish Authors to Read This Winter

5×5: Jewish Authors to Read This Winter

Bookstr — Welcome back to another installment of Bookster’s 5×5! With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve gathered five wonderful Jewish writers to talk about Hanukkah, inspiration, and representation.
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“Lord of the Rings” Actors Launch Campaign to Purchase J.R.R. Tolkien’s Home

“Lord of the Rings” Actors Launch Campaign to Purchase J.R.R. Tolkien’s Home

Bookstr — J.R.R. Tolkien’s home in Oxford, England will soon be for sale, the very house where Tolkien wrote “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy and “The Hobbit.” And the actors who starred in the movie adaptations of these beloved novels have launched a campaign to buy it and turn it into a literary center dedicated to his works
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Five Frightfully Festive Books to Read this Winter

Five Frightfully Festive Books to Read this Winter

Bookstr — In this chilly season, send some chills down your spine with a holiday horror book of your choice. Here are five of our favorites to get you started.
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Doyle Estate Sues Netflix Over Enola Holmes

Doyle Estate Sues Netflix Over Enola Holmes

Bookstr — Netflix’s original movie Enola Holmes took audiences by storm this September, but drama surrounding the film started back in June due to controversy over the portrayal of legendary character Sherlock Holmes.
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7 Books Turned Musical That Might Surprise You

7 Books Turned Musical That Might Surprise You

Bookstr — What comes to mind when you hear Matilda, The Color Purple, and Oliver Twist? The books by Roald Dahl, Alice Walker, and Charles Dickens, of course! But did you know that these titles, and more, have been made into popular musicals, and that some of your favorite musicals are based on books? Well below are seven musicals based on books that just might surprise you.
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3 Indigenous Authors You Should Be Reading

3 Indigenous Authors You Should Be Reading

Bookstr — This November check out some must-reads from Indigenous authors.
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Ysleta ISD expands language learning opportunities for students

Ysleta ISD expands language learning opportunities for students

KDBC-TV (El Paso, TX) — More students in the Ysleta Independent School District are getting the opportunity to learn a new language alongside their regular curriculum.
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Ysleta ISD first S.T.E.M. Academy opens promising unique learning experience for students

Ysleta ISD first S.T.E.M. Academy opens promising unique learning experience for students

KDBC-TV (El Paso, TX) — The Ysleta Independent School District's first S.T.E.M. Academy is opening its doors to students this school year.
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Ysleta ISD first S.T.E.M. Academy opens promising unique learning experience for students

Ysleta ISD first S.T.E.M. Academy opens promising unique learning experience for students

KDBC-TV (El Paso, TX) — The Ysleta Independent School District's first S.T.E.M. Academy is opening its doors to students this school year.
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