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Shirley Jackson, horror mastermind.

Listen to a Rare Recording of Shirley Jackson Reading “The Lottery”

Shirley Jackson recorded her classic horror story for vinyl back in 1959—and it’s on YouTube for free.

Ellen Gutoskey

Dr. Seuss sketching.

The Stories Behind 10 Dr. Seuss Books

A little background on some of Theodor Seuss Geisel's greatest hits.

Stacy Conradt

Premiere Of Summit Entertainment's "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" - Red Carpet

25 Movie Cameos by the Authors of the Original Books

Keep your eyes peeled for these sneaky appearances the next time you’re enjoying a movie based on a book.

Stacy Conradt



Truman Capote in 1966 (left) and Robert Frost in 1957 (right).

How Robert Frost Killed Truman Capote’s Copyboy Career at The New Yorker

Thanks to the flu, a mosquito bite, or both, Truman Capote accidentally ticked off Robert Frost—and lost his job for it.

Ellen Gutoskey


LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX

10 Things We Know About Bridgerton Season 2

Here’s everything we know so far about season 2 of Netflix’s Regency period drama 'Bridgerton,' from cast members to release dates, and more.

Elaine Selna


Books Are Magic, Emma Straub's beloved shop in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn.

16 Must-Visit Indie Bookstores Owned by Writers

Judy Blume, Louise Erdrich, and many other authors also have ‘independent bookstore owner’ on their résumés.

Ellen Gutoskey


Audre Lorde mid-speech.

11 Things You Should Know About Audre Lorde

Audre Lorde’s poems, speeches, and books helped write the future of feminism. Here are some facts about the woman behind the work.

Ellen Gutoskey
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