Rhiannon Root

Gabrielle Zevin, author of feminist ‘Young Jane Young,’ discusses upcoming D.C. appearance

D.C. is a complex city. On the one hand, it breathes and eats political scandal. On the other, it's an incredibly nerdy place. Finally, there's a book that reflects that duality. "Young Jane Young" tells the story of a Florida congressional intern who has an affair with her boss in 2001 and then, after the fallout, rebuilds her life with her daughter in Maine before deciding to run for mayor in her new town.

September 11, 2017

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Young Jane Young’

At first glance "Young Jane Young" seems like a simple beach read. The stylish cover is bright gold and features a minimalist portrait of a woman on the cover with hands on her hips. The book is tall and not terribly thick. It looks like it'll be a light, breezy read. Looks are deceptive.

August 21, 2017

‘Food Network Star: Comeback Kitchen’ contestant Emilia Cirker on returning to network

Emilia Cirker's lifelong hunger for competition has paid off. The former head pastry chef for the Washington Redskins will appear on "Food Network Star: Comeback Kitchen," premiering Sunday.

May 17, 2017

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Articles by Rhiannon Root

Gabrielle Zevin, author of feminist ‘Young Jane Young,’ discusses upcoming D.C. appearance

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Young Jane Young’

‘Food Network Star: Comeback Kitchen’ contestant Emilia Cirker on returning to network