Philosophy professor Barry Lam says restoring discretion to public life would make us a better society in his new book, "Fewer Rules, Better People." Rules are good. Discretion is better.

The author’s writing blends childhood memories and cultural experiences, highlighting the importance of reading.

Thao Lam is known for her awe-inspiring textured paper collages. She is a widely celebrated author/illustrator whose books – Wallpaper and The Paper Boat: A Refugee Story – have been recognized by the ...

“When I go back to Hong Kong, I go to the same library that I always went to as a kid,” explained Lam, 43. “The last time I was there, I saw a copy of [my book] in the graphic novel section.