Best Literary History Book Recommendations

The Peter Pan author based his characters in real life.

"Don't try to make me grow up before my time..."

The iconic feminist praises Alice Walker's ability to move readers.

Understand the story like never before with an excerpt from Margaret Landon’s novel.

From children's books to classic horror, we've got you covered.

Go inside the sexiest and most scandalous decade in U.S. history.

Love is love is love.

This book dives into the true story behind every girl’s favorite detective.

They broke through barriers to get their voices heard.

Love the oldies, but looking for something new? You’ve come to the right place.

Nancy may have upgraded to a cellphone and a skateboard, but she’s still the plucky heroine of your childhood.

Flying is so much better when you have a book to keep you company.

Revel in the angst.

See these talented authors in a whole new light.

Author William's Styron's public fight with depression has helped others who have struggled with mental illness.

The so-called "American Agatha Christie" revolutionized the mystery genre with her 1908 novel, The Circular Staircase.

Joyce Maynard's 1972 essay captured life in 1960s America—and the attention of one of the world's most enigmatic icons.

In anticipation of his upcoming Murder, She Wrote novels, the bestselling author reflects on continuing such an iconic series.

The author of The Quiet American and The End of the Affair was an unforgettable voice of the 20th century.

The author of "Daughters of the Inquisition" tells us why she's so interested in women's history and how, by learning from the mistakes of the past, we can change the future.