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41 Highest-Rated Books on Goodreads

With more than 90 million members who've rated more than 2.3 billion—yes, billion—books, Goodreads has become the go-to source for...


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This Is What Famous Book Characters Would Look Like in Real Life

An artist uses police-sketch technology to build a case against the way Hollywood casts literary icons. The results may surprise...


15 Fascinating Facts About Dictionaries That Will Make You Want to Pick One Up

From dropped words to fake definitions, learn fun facts, hearsay, and scandal about our most useful language resource, and the...


8 Children’s Nursery Rhymes That Are Actually Racist

Can a catchy little rhyme really be that problematic? Yes—and it’s one way racism was inextricably woven into American life....


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25 Spooky, Silly Halloween Books for Kids

Boo! Read these adorable books with your kiddos to get the whole family in the Halloween spirit.


A New Harry Potter Theme Park Is Here—and It’s 300,000 Square Feet of Pure Wizarding Fun

Muggles heading to Tokyo can now experience J.K. Rowling's wizarding world first-hand—original movie sets and magical tricks included


70 of the Funniest Books of All Time

Get ready to wake up the person sleeping next to you. Here are dozens of funny books guaranteed to make...


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The Best Audiobooks for Your Next Family Road Trip

Audiobooks are perfect for passing the time on long car rides. These terrific selections will keep a wide range of...

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16 Surprising Facts About the U.S. Post Office

For starters, did you know that the postmaster general earns more than the vice president.


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You Can Listen to Daniel Radcliffe Read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone—for FREE

Celebrities are reading the first book of the Harry Potter series. Here's how you can listen along.


10 Books That Predicted the Future

It's almost as if these authors had a crystal ball to peer into...


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15 Punniest Book Titles That’ll Give You a Good Laugh

If you're looking for a bit of comedic relief, here are a few titles that may make you laugh out...


33 Middle School Vocabulary Words Adults Still Get Wrong

Think you have a strong vocabulary? See how many of these common 8th grade reading words you can recognize when...


Why Are Books Published in Hardcover First?

Paperbacks are cheaper to produce and buy than hardcover books. So why do you have to wait so long to...


75 Black-Owned Bookstores to Buy from Today—and Every Day

Shop for your next great read (in person or online) at Black-owned bookstores across the country


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20 Books About Racism Everyone Should Read

Most of us have only scratched the surface when it comes to understanding racism in America. These anti-racism books can...


23 of the Most Beautiful Gardens in America

Need a breath of fresh air? From cherry blossoms and azaleas to cacti and rock art, these stunning gardens around...

11 Crazy Overdue Library Books That Were Finally Returned

You'll never feel bad about returning a book a few days late again.


The Most Bizarre Things Librarians Have Found in Returned Books

Is there anything that can't or won't be used to mark someone's place in a library book? According to one...


The Most Borrowed Books in the History of the New York Public Library

There are a few classics and some surprises among the most checked out books in the storied library's 125-year history.


The Most Impressive Library in Every State

All of these libraries boast unique architectural achievements and grand collections.


23 Contemporary Writers You Should Have Read by Now

In a fair world, these critically acclaimed authors would be rocking the bestseller list.


34 Best Audiobooks in Every Category to Listen To

No time to read? Keep up with the latest literature and nonfiction by listening to the best audiobooks while you're...

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20 Free Things You Can Do Online—That Weren’t Free Before

Put your wallet away. The Internet is full of free books, free movies, free coupons, and so much more.


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8 Geniuses Who Made History in Quarantine

These celebrated people emerged from plague, exile, months of bed rest, or wartime occupation with some seriously incredible work.


13 Beloved Books That Didn’t Age Well

Maybe it's time to trade in a few beloved classics for fresh takes on relationships, coming-of-age stories, and children's literature.


What Christopher Robin Really Thought of Winnie the Pooh

The boy who inspired A.A. Milne’s enchanting stories grew to hate the silly old bear we all know and love.


See the Real-Life Toys That Inspired Beloved Winnie the Pooh Characters

Though they no longer live in the Hundred Acre Wood, you can get up close and personal with the adorable...


13 Things You Didn’t Know About Winnie the Pooh

There's a lot more to the Hundred Acre Wood than that silly old bear.