University Press of Kentucky to publish memoir of Tubby Smith, celebrating his life and career
The University Press of Kentucky has announced it will publish a new memoir by sports legend Orlando Henry “Tubby” Smith. From…
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Opinion – Constance Alexander: Dorian Hairston’s story of Josh Gibson delivers literary grand slam
Dorian Hairston’s poems in “Pretend the Ball is Named Jim Crow” should be required reading for everyone, especially those who…
National Poetry Month: Rahul Mehta’s ‘Feeding the Ghosts’ is food for the poetry lover’s soul
By Constance Alexander NKyTribune contributor Until Rahul Mehta’s “Feeding the Ghosts,” I – a night owl – clung to a…
Kentucky By Heart: ‘The Kentucky River’ offers enjoyable look at one of state’s water landmarks
This is the first of a two-part look at The Kentucky River, a book published in 2000 by William E….
Kentucky by Heart: Kentucky Senator Richard Mentor Johnson led an interesting and controversial life
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist I have been reading The US Senate and the Commonwealth (University Press of Kentucky, 2019),…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Richard Taylor’s new book explores history, inhabitants of Elkhorn Creek
Richard Taylor, a professor of English and Kenan Visiting Writer at Transylvania University, explores the natural history, early inhabitants, and…
Kentucky Reads ‘All the King’s Men’ and it is leading to discussions and engagement across the state
Robert Penn Warren’s groundbreaking novel of politics, power and corruption, “All the King’s Men,” was published over 70 years ago…
University of Kentucky: On Biennial Budget — net reduction 3%, saving University Press, ‘path forward’
Dear Campus Community, On Monday evening, the General Assembly passed a Biennial Budget that now goes to the Governor…
Five writers honored by induction to Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame, all have UPK ties
Five writers were honored Thursday at the fourth annual induction of the Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame held at the…
NKU professor’s first book released by University Press of Ky: Political thought of Henry David Thoreau
Special to NKyTribune Northern Kentucky University associate professor of political science Jonathan McKenzie’s first book has been released by the…
Jamie’s Bookshelf: Entertaining reads for the reader on your holiday gift list — plenty to choose from
By Jamie H. Vaught Special to NKyTribune First of two parts Are you ready to browse for entertaining new books,…
University Press has perfect gifts for the readers on your list — from history to biography to mystery. . .
Gerald Smith discusses Kentucky African American Encyclopedia The University Press of Kentucky (UPK) is now offering a myriad titles, many…
Don Then: New University Press of Kentucky book, ‘Committed to Victory,’ just the thing for history buffs
The University Press of Kentucky has published a new book which should be of interest to readers of the NKyTribune,…