8 William Shakespeare Biographies That Read Betwixt the Lines
“I dare do all that may become a man; Who dares do more, is none.” —Shakespeare
The Best Roald Dahl Books You Haven't Heard Of
“A person is a fool to become a writer. His only compensation is absolute freedom.” —Roald Dahl
Why F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Vegetable Was So Rotten
His oft-forgotten foray into playwriting that failed to take root.
14 Witty and Wonderful Authors Like Jane Austen
There’s more to discover outside of your favorite author’s six books.
The Depressing Love Triangle of the Romantics
“I was caught in a love triangle with one dead side.”―John Green, Looking for Alaska.
All the Lord Peter Wimsey Books In Order
The debonair sleuth charms everyone who comes his way—including generations of mystery readers.
The Real-Life Inspirations Behind Scrooge
“Since you ask me what I wish, gentlemen, that is my answer. I don’t make merry myself at Christmas and I can’t afford to make idle people merry.” –Ebenezer Scrooge, A Christmas Carol, pre-ghosts.
Did Voltaire Start the Caffeine-Addicted Writer Stereotype?
The Candide author was known to drink copious amounts of coffee.
10 Brainy Beach Reads to Relax With
Just because you're checked out of the office doesn't mean you're checked out of great reading.
Banned and Challenged Books Take the Spotlight in Free Voices
We’re proud to support challenged books and the right to free expression.
6 Anti-Valentine's Day Books for Cynics
Who needs candles and confections on Valentine’s Day when you’ve got a great novel?
Wes Anderson’s Love Affair with Literature
In Wes Anderson's films, books offer solace and keep a record of people and places past.
All This and Brains, Too: 5 Signature Literary Fashions
Who else but James Joyce could pull off an eye patch?
10 Famous Writers on Keeping a Journal
These writers know the importance of keeping a journal, whether it's for revenge, memory, or stress reduction.
Star-Crossed Lovers: YA Books Inspired by Romeo and Juliet
From feuding families to balcony scenes, these novels draw on the best of the Bard.
Sincerely Yours: 8 Best Literary Letter Collections
Read between the lines in the letters of your favorite writers.
