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Charles Dickens appreciated a prize turkey as much as Ebenezer Scrooge did. And on Christmas Eve 1869, his was missing.

The Middle-earth author spent some imaginary time in the North Pole for an audience of just four people: his children.
Jake Rossen|
Add these 10 to your TBR in time for the holiday season.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Classic literature lovers and beyond need to read these five at least once in their lives.
Paul Anthony Jones|

Books

These books eerily predicted technological advancements of today, including ‘Snow Crash,’ ‘Player Piano,’ and more.
Nicolle Sloane|
The classics that every film buff or book lover should add to their watch lists, including East of Eden, The Grapes of Wrath, and more.
Chris Wheatley|
These books are still relevant and worth the read, even 50 years later.
Chelsea Thatcher|
Such was the success of 'A Christmas Carol' that the four festive stories Dickens published after it—some overlooked classics, others critical flops and missteps—have since largely become eclipsed by their better-known predecessor.
Paul Anthony Jones|
No matter your favorite genre, you can find surprisingly uplifting books amongst the darkness.
Chris Wheatley|
The latest ‘Knives Out’ film is now playing in select theaters. Here are the five mystery books that clearly inspired writer-director Rian Johnson.
Michael Boyle|
The most beloved stories all take their inspiration from somewhere. In these seven cases, it comes from real towns in the United States.
Alexandria Ingham|
Try to not finish these 15 short, fast-paced books in one weekend.
Sam Hindman|

Authors

While you can happily rewatch the likes of 'The Shining' and 'It,' there are some Stephen King adaptations you may have written off after the first viewing. These are the seven you need to give another chance.
Alexandria Ingham|
From coded confessions to bone-chilling firsthand accounts of battle, these diarists used private confession to illuminate history for generations to come.
Colin Scanlon|
Many famous authors called unexpected animals their pets.
Lorna Wallace|

Libraries

Travel to these cities to explore the gorgeous—and extensive—public libraries.

Poetry

If you’ve ever talked about “the birds and the bees” or referenced “the best laid plans of mice and men,” then you’ve inadvertently quoted some of the English language’s most famous poets.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Discover which literary genres captivate each state and Washington D.C.
CaLea Johnson|
Where did this curious expression come from, and what’s so right about rain, anyway?
Marla Mackoul|
On New Year’s Eve, after the ball has dropped, revelers queue up “Auld Lang Syne”—that song that makes you cry, even though you don’t understand it and know almost none of the words.
Caitlin Schneider|
If you fancy a break from corrupt politicians and dark futures, consider diving into one of these books.
Chris Wheatley|
Add these books to your TBR this spooky season.
Chris Wheatley|
Though post-apocalyptic literature is experiencing a recent boom, the genre is anything but new. From a 19th-century tale of catastrophe to a modern-day classic made into a film, these are books you’ll want to add to your reading list.
Chris Wheatley|
From murder mysteries to secret societies and more, the best dark academia novels from Donna Tartt and other authors capture the macabre in the most unlikely of places.
Chris Wheatley|

Reading

If you’re crafty and love learning, this all-but-forgotten old-timey hobby may be for you.
Marla Mackoul|
Use it to write down quotes, facts, jokes, and any other random snippets you accumulate.
Marla Mackoul|
If you’re trying to teach yourself how to fall asleep faster, reading before bed is a good habit to pick up—here’s why.
Ellen Gutoskey|

Nursery Rhymes

A deep dive into the origins and meaning of the classic nursery rhyme “Little Miss Muffet.”
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