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Clifford is red for a very specific reason.

11 Facts About Clifford the Big Red Dog

Clifford's red for a very practical reason.

Stacy Conradt

Woolf photographed by George Charles Beresford, 1902; Virginia (left), Vanessa, and two brothers; a Hogarth Press book jacket designed by Vanessa.

5 Things We Learned From the NYPL’s Virginia Woolf Exhibition

Virginia Woolf loved using purple ink—but only for certain kinds of writing.

Ellen Gutoskey

Joan Didion.

Magical Thinking: The New York Public Library Has Acquired Joan Didion’s Papers

One of the 20th century’s great writers will take up residence at the NYPL, with 240 linear feet of material.

Jake Rossen



These memoirs offer an intimate look at some of your favorite stars.

16 of the Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read in 2023

From Prince Harry's 'Spare' to 'Finding Me' by Viola Davis, the best celebrity memoirs to read this year will be tough to put down.

Emily Malkowski


Portrait Session With Toni Morrison

12 Fascinating Facts About Toni Morrison

Toni Morrison has written some of literature’s most enduring classics, from 'The Bluest Eye' to 'Beloved' and beyond. Here's what you need to know about the Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author.

Rachelle Saint-Louis


15 Facts About 'Where's Waldo?'

Spotting the elusive Waldo is an exercise in patience and frustration, even for the most eagle-eyed fans.

Jason Serafino


If you want a little romance in your next read, look no further than this list.

10 of the Greatest Love Stories in Novels

They may not all have a happy ending, but the passion their pages contain is enough to keep you captivated.

Kerry Wolfe
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