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Stephen Chbosky, the Pittsburgh native known for his highly acclaimed book, “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” released his second Pennsylvania-set novel, “Imaginary Friend,” in 2019.

If you’re like me, you’ve been waiting all year for fall – particularly for treats, pumpkin picking and, of course, movies.

Summer ends next month, but there’s still time to lounge in the sun with a good book. Check out these reads from Carnegie Library’s Books for the Beach list:

There’s no shortage of activities to enjoy in Pittsburgh this summer.

Caitlyn Hunter, the inaugural Emerging Black Writer in Residence at Chatham University and a PhD candidate in English Literature at Duquesne University is launching her debut book, “Power in the Tongue,” on June 22 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Bloomfield’s White Whale Bookstore. 

My best hair day ever was in seventh grade when the yearbook photographer took class officer photos.

Through his graffiti-style portraits, Baron Batch, a former Steelers player-turned-painter, has made the city’s streets a little brighter over the years with his art.

Read one man’s journey from bold to bald, and back again. “Headscape” meanders through two marriages, several states and various jobs, ending with revealing his new youthful look.

We can’t recommend enough “She Gets the Girl,” a new LGBTQ+ young adult romantic comedy set at the University of Pittsburgh.

Attention all music lovers: prepare for a spring and summer full of unforgettable experiences.

There are lots of Pittsburgh-based movies, but how often do you read stories set in our town? Below are three books that take place here in the Steel City.

“August Wilson’s name is synonymous with African American culture.

On Dec. 31, the city’s long-awaited New Year’s Eve celebration, Highmark First Night Pittsburgh, will take place from 6 p.m. to midnight.

For some, it may be a tradition to watch scary movies during Halloween season, but perhaps you want a flick to watch with the entire family this year? Have no fear, we’ve got you covered with these essential Halloween films for kids.

Liberty Magic, Downtown’s close-up magic theater, is all set for its reappearance next month. It’s the latest sign of revival for the Pittsburgh Cultural District, which was hit hard by the pandemic.

Searching for some new reads? Look no further than these three books written by Pittsburgh authors…

Sure, we don’t host an F1 race and the closest NASCAR track isn’t very close at all, but you still can find top-tier racing across Western Pennsylvania most of the year:• Pittsburgh’s Pennsylvania Motor Speedway and Lernerville Speedway: These dirt tracks in Imperial and Sarver are home to races from a wide range of divisions and are great for families.

Eighteen-year-old Olivia Rodrigo recently released her first album, “SOUR,” and the world hasn’t been the same since.

Royal Haunts, the solo project of singer, songwriter and producer Tony Resch, embodies one of the most unique artists in the city.

After the release of his debut project “Good Days Never Last Forever” in 2018, Pittsburgh-raised rapper and songwriter Mars Jackson has continued to grow in artistry and popularity, securing radio and TV spots with records like “Heart Dance” and “Simple” (the latter of which features Polyphony-alum Benji.

Pittsburgh native Gray brings together elements of trap and new-age R&B to form dark and brooding atmospheres topped with visceral lyricism, a sound he’s been shaping since his early teen years.

A scene of quarantined domestic bliss: the wife and I checked out the new movie “Happiest Season” on Hulu — pretty funny and set in Pittsburgh.

2021 is right around the corner and year-end roundups are filling feeds.Let’s not waste any time.

Ambient atmospheres and infectious melodies lay the groundwork of each record from alt-R&B artist and Pittsburgh native Raindrop Relly, who has continued to hone his craft since the release of his debut album, “Parked Outside,” in 2019.

If you’re looking for the one-stop shop for everything music, art and underground in Pittsburgh, look no further than Brian Howe, aka Sikes.

It’s not often that Southern Gothic makes its way through Pittsburgh, but when it does, it truly stands out.

Over a mélange of folk-filled instrumentation and textures, Merce Lemon juxtaposes a soft and unassuming voice with taking on big, in-your-face ideas.

In May, the world lost acclaimed director Lynn Shelton at the age of 54.

Growing up in Homewood, rapper, singer and producer Benji. always had music around him.

As an avid lover of live events, it’s been impossible to imagine a world without comedy shows, musicals and concerts.