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The author of Word Freak recaps the time he faced off against the number one player in North America.

In the wake of the Parkland shooting, a creative writing instructor reflects on the very real fear that bullets have replaced books.

A globe-trotting spy and nobody's "girl," the 1960s heroine is still the epitome of cool.

In light of the recent ban on Harper Lee's classic, one writer reflects on the history of racism and "To Kill a Mockingbird" in the South.

Dean Koontz, Peter Lerangis, and more discuss the power of words and how we need to change the conversation.

In “Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions” the journalist shares lessons from her brief stint as a Playboy bunny.

Celebrating more70 years of Charles M. Schulz's beloved characters.

Inspiration from the woman who taught us about relationships, growing up, and independence.

"The more I discuss a novel with another person, the better I understand it," says one reader.

The appeal of e-cookbooks, plus recommendations to get you started!

The most magical place on Earth? We think so.

How novelist Piers Paul Read came to write the blockbuster nonfiction sensation.

Author Cynthia Swanson discusses her novel's literary influences.

Before "Fire and Fury," there was "TrumpNation."

Toast your favorite stories with these clever cocktails.

Because everything relates back to the Bard ...

Leave the singing to the professionals.

Revisiting this Judy Blume classic was kind of a religious experience.

Sue Denim. Say it fast.