In the mid-20th century, comic books groups grew in popularity. But some people worried that they were contributing to illiteracy and inciting crime among young people.

Some PlayStation gamers got an unexpected refund email, and there are still more questions than answers about the situation.

Myriam Gurba is the author of the books “Creep” and “Mean.” Her latest nonfiction book, “Poppy State,” is out now from Timber ...