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The Stories Behind 10 Dr. Seuss Books
A little background on some of Theodor Seuss Geisel's greatest hits.
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10 Facts About Jane Austen’s 'Sanditon'
In 2020, 'Sanditon'—Jane Austen’s final, unfinished novel—was turned into a Masterpiece miniseries. Now it's coming back for a second season.
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.
11 Famous Authors Who Never Actually Existed
'Naked Came the Stranger' wasn't written by Penelope Ashe but by 24 newspaper writers to see if they could crank out a sex-filled literary sensation. It worked.
New Data Confirms That, Yes, Your Car's Manual Is Longer Than 'War and Peace'
They’re enormous—and some new data has assessed just how imposing they can be.
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.
James Patterson and Dolly Parton Teamed Up to Write a Mystery Novel
"Run, Rose, Run," a novel that explores Nashville's country music scene, marks new territory for both James Patterson and Dolly Parton.
7 Fascinating Facts About Rita Mae Brown
Rita Mae Brown wasn’t even 30 when her debut novel, 'Rubyfruit Jungle,' was published, but she had already made her mark in the realm of feminist and LGBTQ activism. Here’s what you should know.
7 Historical Horror Books to Read, Recommended by Author Alma Katsu
Ahead of the release of 'The Fervor,' Alma Katsu's supernatural reimaging of Japanese internment, here are her favorite historical horror novels
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.
New Dr. Seuss Books From Diverse Creative Teams Are Coming
The untitled books will be based on drawings culled from Dr. Seuss's archives at the University of California San Diego.
The World's Favorite Book Genres, Mapped
From horror to romance, these are the popular genres book lovers are searching for in different countries around the world.
Take a Sneak Peek Inside "Harry Potter: The Exhibition" at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute
At the Franklin Institute’s Harry Potter exhibition, you can pot Mandrakes, brew potions, visit the Forbidden Forest, and much more.
16 Must-Visit Indie Bookstores Owned by Writers
Judy Blume, Louise Erdrich, and many other authors also have ‘independent bookstore owner’ on their résumés.
11 Words and Phrases About Love From Around the World
Different cultures from all over the world have different perceptions of love, and just as many ways to describe it.
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.
7 Spooky Bookies for Seasonally Appropriate Bibliophilia
6 Stories About Hunter S. Thompson That Are Totally Untrue
Author Hunter S. Thompson is renowned for popularizing the gonzo journalism movement—but it's not always easy to separate fact from fiction.
How Did ‘The Gilded Age’ Get Its Name?
The time period that inspired HBO’s ‘The Gilded Age’ was opulent—but its golden veneer masked something less glamorous.
21 of the Wildest Cons in History
From fake relics to fake princesses to medical fraud involving goat testicles, history is rife with con jobs that managed to fool unsuspecting marks.
How 5 Famous Authors Dealt With Writer's Block
Everyone from Stephen King to Leo Tolstoy has fallen victim to writer's block. Here's how a few other famous authors got over it.
The USPS Is Releasing a The Giving Tree Stamp, and Critics of the Book Aren’t Pleased
‘The Giving Tree’ has long been one of Shel Silverstein’s most polarizing works. Its Forever Stamp has critics, too.
20 Essential Books by Indigenous Authors
Add these essential non-fiction books, novels, essays, and poetry by leading Indigenous authors to your TBR pile.
New on Throwback Video: How Pizza Hut's BOOK IT! Program Taught Millions of Kids to Love Reading
Pizza Hut's president had an idea to get kids flocking to libraries and book fairs: Give them some free pizza.