Southern writers Kate Chopin and Rebecca Wells share much more than just a birth date.
by Dr. Mary Ann Wilson

School starting in many locations across the country today got us thinking about those required reading lists. As an adult, you have a second chance to rediscover some of them – on your own time and with no pop quiz afterward.

Beaches around the world have inspired many a writer, but what about our Southern sand and surf?

Pics of literary beaches across the South. Another Twitter chat. A big list of literary spoilers, plus a playlist for “The River Witch.” Literary events & new fiction about summertime mischief in Southern Voice. Literary Friday is here!

The best beach reads, mysteries, chick lit and new releases from down South.