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25 Bestselling Books of the Decade
See if you remember or have read these familiar titles from the last decade.
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The Most Popular Book the Year You Were Born
So many books, so little time—find your birth year's bestselling title based on Publishers Weekly's list for a suggestion of...
18 Rare Vintage Photos of What Life Was Like in the 1950s
These photos, including some never-published shots taken for Look Magazine, transport you back in time. Was life easier, harder, or...
10 Funny Typos in Famous Works of Literature
Even grammar sticklers should be able to forgive the editors for these notorious (and often hilarious) goofs.
10 True Ghost Stories from the Most Haunted Places in the World
If you enjoy a real fright, these locations offer a chance to get close to some of the more grisly...
Only True Bookworms Can Ace This Book Trivia Quiz
From children's books to the classics, only true bookworms can ace this book trivia quiz.
11 Benefits of Reading That Will Convince You to Pick Up a Book Today
Need a reason to open a book? Science shows the benefits of reading go beyond fun—and can lead to a...
13 Hidden Messages in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy You Never Noticed
Spoiler alert! J.R.R. Tolkien's magical books are still full of secrets more than 60 years after they were published.
What Is the Oxford Comma—And Why Can’t the Grammar World Agree on Whether to Use It?
Who gives a darn about an Oxford comma?
Meet the Real Man Who Inspired Disney’s Tarzan
Tarzan: the man, the myth, the legend.
14 Hidden Messages in the Harry Potter Books You Never Noticed
Even the most diehard fans might not have picked up on these secret meanings and cryptic clues! Take a look...
14 “Magical” Things in Harry Potter That Are Actually Real
Not everything in J.K. Rowling's novels is imagined!
15 Tiny Details You Missed the First (and Second) Time You Read Harry Potter
More than 20 years later, J.K. Rowling's iconic book series still holds plenty of surprises for fans. Caution: spoilers ahead!
The Most Loved Bookstore in Every State
Despite the rise of Ebooks and Amazon, the charming independent bookstore is still alive and well in America. From those...
What You Probably Didn’t Know About 10 Famous Authors
Trekkies and Star Wars fans have nothing on book lovers.
115 Harry Potter Trivia Questions That Put Potterheads to the Test
See how well you know the boy who lived with Harry Potter trivia that spans all seven books—and all eight...
Do You Read More Books Per Year Than the Average American?
Are you above average when it comes to hitting the stacks?
15 Rare Books Worth a Fortune
First editions of well-loved books can become the most prized in literature. If you have one of these rare books...
11 of the Most Famous Riddles in History
From the Bible to Shakespeare to Harry Potter, these riddles were dreamed up by some of history's most celebrated writers—and...
13 Free Things You Didn’t Know You Could Get with Your Library Card
You already know the library is full of books to borrow but did you know you could score free passes...
The Best 12 Cities in the World for Book Lovers
When they're planning their vacations, literary tourists look for beautiful and historic bookstores, places of bookish importance and cities where...
The 13 Most Underrated Books of All Time
Looking for a great read but already burned through the bestseller list? Don't miss these rare delights.
The 10 Strongest Female Literary Characters of All Time
From teenage sleuths to everyday heroines, some of history's most inspiring and fiery females can be found on the pages...
The Most Iconic Book Set in Every State
Literature is often a source of state pride, with a vast array of novels set in and around each of...
The Bestselling Books Behind TV Shows
Thanks to streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, binge-watching television shows has become a favorite pastime for many. What you...
18 Best Books for Grandparents to Read to Their Grandchildren
Snuggle up and settle in! There's no greater comfort than being read to by Nana or Gramps. Here are the...
10 High School English Class Books You Should Read Again as an Adult
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