Many have called Butler a prophet for her futuristic prediction on L.A. fires in her novel 'Parable of the Sower,' but her ...

The grave of Octavia Butler, whose novel "Parable Of The Sower" predicted fires engulfing Los Angeles, still stands at a ...

Her “Parable of the Sower” has been cited for anticipating a world — and a Los Angeles — wracked by climate change, racism ...

This time around, so many folks have posted the same Santa Ana and wildfire quotes to the point that the brilliant is ...

Strong winds over the next day will create dangerous conditions as several major wildfires continue to burn in the Los ...

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Over 20 books were added to Fort Bend ISD's high school "Do Not Order" library book list in December, effectively removing these titles from district shelves. These removals follow the district ...

One study even showed that reading books helps us live longer. But, to be honest, while I’m gratified to know that my favorite activity is good for me, I don’t really care that it’s healthy.

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