Culture

From books that make us nostalgic to stories every bibliophile can relate to, we celebrate books and their lasting impact on our lives.

Biloxi Blues: School District in Mississippi Bans To Kill a Mockingbird

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.

Authors Speak Out for National Bullying Prevention Month

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

A Bunny's Tale: Gloria Steinem's Shocking Exposé That Challenged Hugh Hefner's Playboy Empire

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

10 Life Lessons from the Peanuts Gang

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

Words of Wisdom from Judy Blume: 10 Favorite Quotes

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

How Collective Readership Takes Us Deeper

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

Have iPhone, Will Cook: How Digital Cookbooks Are Finally Breaking Through

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

14 Fantastic Things That Can Happen at the Library

The most magical place on Earth? We think so.

Piers Paul Read: Why I Wrote Alive

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

Literary Matchmaking: How The Bookseller Met Ship of Fools

Author Cynthia Swanson discusses her novel's literary influences.

Bottoms Up! 10 Literary Inspired Cocktails

Toast your favorite stories with these clever cocktails.

Epic TV Shows with Shakespearean Themes

Because everything relates back to the Bard ...

8 Musicals Based on Books

Leave the singing to the professionals.

The Re-Read: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret

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

5 Beloved Characters Who Shaped Our Identity

We're still taking our cues from our literary kid-heroes.

8 Amazing Characters to Fill the Stark-Shaped Hole in Your Heart

Because the producers have basically killed off half of Westeros by now.