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11 Book Club Books Guaranteed to Get Everyone Talking

These great reads are perfect for sparking discussion, spirited debate, and lively conversation (over wine, obviously.)


10 Beautiful Words That Should Make a Comeback

Listen up, language lovers. Increase your vocabulary with these pretty words that roll off the tongue.


22 of Shakespeare’s Best Insults That Still Sting Today

Just like his celebrated works, the Bard’s best insults have stood the test of time.


The Surprisingly Awful Original Titles of 10 World-Famous Books

Maybe a rose by any other name would smell as sweet, but would you read "The Greasers" instead of "The...


15 Surprising Facts About Your Favorite Superheroes

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...some pretty cool facts about the fictional crime fighters who have been entertaining audiences...


The Most Expensive Books in the World

Read this the next time you're tempted to complain about the price of hardcovers at Barnes & Noble.


The Perk of Buying Books at the Airport No One Knows About

Want to pick up that new bestseller at the airport bookstore but don't want to spend the money? This will...


9 Scientific Explanations for Your Weird Reading Habits

We’re looking at you, page sniffers and back-to-front flippers! What type of reader are you?

13 of the Most Controversial Books of All Time

Despite the heated controversy surrounding these lightning-rod books, they continue to live on in hearts, minds, and libraries around the...


10 Outrageous Tree Houses You’ll Want in Your Backyard

Have your head in the clouds? These fantastical structures are just the place to visit.


6 Extraordinary Animals Rarely Seen by Human Eyes

No ordinary night crawlers, these strange animals are seldom seen in the wild. Here's your chance to get up close.


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11 Unforgettable Pieces of Life Advice (In Just 6 Words Each)

Let these quick hits of wisdom help you guide your life.


Common British Slang You Didn’t Realize You Knew

A new book offers a quintessential guide to classic, common British phrases—including their quirky history and definition.


Here Is the CORRECT Way to Pronounce Dr. Seuss (and 17 Other Popular Author Names)

Most people mispronounce Dr. Seuss (hint: it doesn't rhyme with moose). Learn the correct way to say his name, plus...


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10 Best Gratitude Journals for Better Health and Happiness

A gratitude journal will help you get in touch with the good in your life and find your happiness each...


13 Things Librarians Won’t Tell You (But Every Reader Needs to Know)

Avoid late fees, get the most out of your library card, and find out what's really in those book drops.


People Are Building Little Free Libraries—and They’re Popping Up Everywhere

There are more than 60,000 of these miniature book exchanges, and counting!


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Best College Ever Uses Harry Potter to Teach Philosophy

For this magical college class, grab your laptop—and an ice-cold butterbeer.


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The Hidden Meaning of Professor Snape’s First Words to Harry Potter

Twenty years later and this series is still tormenting our feelings. (Beware of spoilers!)


The One Way Bestsellers Have Changed That You Probably Haven’t Noticed

The language in 
today’s most popular novels is far simpler than it was just a 
few decades ago. Should we...


9 Literary Landmarks Every Book Lover Has to Visit This Summer

Want to take a truly bookish tour of the U.S.? From the Emily Dickinson Museum in Amherst to the Edgar...


10 Awesome Books to Read with Fierce Female Characters

If you've seen "Wonder Woman" and want to keep the dream alive, these 10 fantasies have heroines worthy of hand-to-hand...

24 Books Every Mother and Daughter Should Read Together

These fiction and nonfiction reads showcase an eclectic cast of mothers and daughters from past and present. Share the list,...


Science Has Figured Out Why You Love the Smell of Old Books

No, you're not weird for sticking your nose straight in the pages.


22 Quotes from Young-Adult Books that Adults Would Be Wise to Live By

The best readers know to never leave young-adult books to the kids.


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10 Inspiring Books Every Teacher Needs to Read

Whether you're a rookie looking for advice or a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, this collection of books will help you...


Can Reading Fiction Actually Make You a Better Person?

Calling all bookworms! This one's for you.


11 Ways the Most Productive People Handle Their Emails

Even though it’s meant as a tool for productivity, email end up as nothing more than a distraction. Productivity expert...