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The Summer of the Superhero

Rob Weiner discusses his thoughts on this summer’s buzzworthy superhero flicks.

Celia Sandys Chased Churchill's Life Story

The presentation will take place at 7 p.m. March 30 at the Helen Devitt Jones Auditorium.

The 1966 Batman Movie and Why it Matters

Texas Tech associate librarian Rob Weiner is an expert in comics and pop culture.

Engineer's Children's Book Wins National Recognition

“Engineering Elephants” is geared for children ages 4 to 8.

Book of Stories Inspired by the Grateful Dead's Influence

Musicians were not the only ones influenced by the band.

Professor Authors Expected Bestseller and Expands the World of Wildlife Toxicology

Ron Kendall, director of The Institute of Environmental and Human Health, has authored a book about threats to the wildlife population.

University Press Book Wins Nebraska Book Festival Awards

The book, written by Stew Magnuson, won in the nonfiction category and received an honorable mention in the cover/design/illustration category.

Texas Tech's Creative Writing Program Announces Fall Lineup of Reading Series

The series connects award-winning, notable writers with Texas Tech students, faculty and the Lubbock community.

Authors to Launch Texas Guidebook at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Texas Tech University Press publishes a field guide of Texas Wildflowers.

Captain America: Role Model or Menace?

Pop-culture guru Rob Weiner’s latest book examines Captain America’s cultural legacy.

Acclaimed Author and Activist Speaks at Lecture Series

Ana Castillo will speak and read her works as part of the Presidential Lecture & Performance Series on April 9.

Experts: Hispanic Boom is Economic Boon

Texas Tech University authors make argument for Hispanic-led economic boom.

Texas Tech University Press Books Highlight Black History

Just in time for Black History Month, Texas Tech University Press presents four new books that illuminate a variety of subjects.