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Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' was published in December 1843. Find out about the real-world inspirations behind this holiday-themed classic.
How Roald Dahl Came Up With the Nonsense Words in The BFG
Author Roald Dahl was famous for the nonsensically whimsical language he created in his books, but the origin of those words has its roots in tragedy.
How Archaeology Influenced Agatha Christie
The prolific mystery writer took an active part in her husband’s archaeology digs.
The 60-Year Struggle to Bring Childhood's End to Screens
An adaptation of Arthur C. Clarke's landmark sci-fi novel, which has been marinating in Hollywood for six decades, finally hits TV screens tonight.
Margaret Atwood Is at Work on a New Graphic Novel Series
The three-part installment is called "Angel Catbird." Yes, it's about a man who's part cat, part bird.
25 Facts About the Anne of Green Gables Miniseries
Kindred spirits the world over are celebrating the 30th anniversary of the beloved 'Anne of Green Gables' miniseries.
Is Gollum Good or Bad? Outcome of Turkish Court Case Rides on the Answer
A Turkish Court is trying to figure out whether Gollum is good or evil, and the fate of a Turkish doctor hangs in the balance.
You Can Visit the Skull of the Original Winnie-the-Pooh
The beloved bear lived to a ripe old age despite her fondness for sticky buns and honey.
Read Historic Fairy Tales from 19th Century Ukraine
Including stories like “The Ungrateful Children and the Old Father Who Went to School Again.”
The Real-Life Criminal Who Inspired Charles Dickens
In the case of Ikey Solomon, the real life tale trumps fiction.
Were Medieval Books Written on Uteruses?
Researchers found a clever way to test centuries-old manuscripts without damaging them: eraser crumbs.
11 Things You Didn't Know About Black Beauty
The classic book turns 138 today.
These Books Are Also Brazilian Subway Tickets
To increase literacy in Brazil, one publisher combined books with subway passes.
Literary Magazine Publishes a Forgotten Faulkner Play
The famed author wrote the one-act comedy when he was in his early 20s.
Watch This 1968 BBC Interview With J.R.R. Tolkien
Tolkien discusses his inspirations, and wishes he could talk to trees.
10 Things We Learned from the Public Domain Review’s New Book of Essays
Drugs, skeletons, madness, and children's books—and you thought history was boring.
14 Confessions of a Book Cover Designer
Art director Keith Hayes knows we're all guilty of judging a book by its cover.
21 Writers On Their Favorite Bookstores
The choices are as personal as the experience of reading a book.
No One Knows Who Wrote This James Bond Novel
The first official James Bond adventure to come out after Ian Fleming's death was a critical hit—but the author's identity was a mystery.
The Case of the Missing 'Encyclopedia Brown' Movie
The boy detective could never quite solve the mystery of why he never got the Harry Potter treatment.
5 Writers Who Really Hated Shakespeare
In their own words.
20 Writers On Their Must-Have Desert Island Read
It's no surprise that the Harry Potter Series comes up more than once.
12 Things You Didn't Know About Sarah Vowell
The author tells us about her musical beginnings, dirty laundry, and love of index cards.