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Calling all book lovers! From books for kids to books for adults (and everything in between), we’ve got all the inspiration you need when the time is right to start a new novel–or finishing the one that’s been sitting on your shelf.

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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.


9 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...


The Secret Behind Professor Snape’s Patronus in Harry Potter

You may think you know the meaning of professor Snape's Patronus, but even Potterheads don't realize the whole story


11 Moving Books for Mothers and Daughters to Read Together

These must-read books for mothers and daughters are all about the relationship that defines us—and the trauma (and drama!) that...


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.

21 Everyday Phrases You’d Never Believe Were Invented By Shakespeare

You don't have to walk around proclaiming "to be or not to be," to bring Shakespeare into everyday conversation. Here's...


9 Weird Ways Pencils Changed the World

Why pencils are yellow, who drank graphite-infused wine, Hemingway's pointy little secret to great writing, and more.


45 Inspiring Children’s Book Quotes for People of All Ages

The best part about great children's stories is that moving book quotes never quite leave you


This Is 40: Bizarre Factoids About the Number 40 You Never Knew

Science, religion, and literature all agree—you can always count on 40.


19 Things You Never Knew About Harper Lee and ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’

Curious about the famously mysterious author of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and the forthcoming book 'Go Set a Watchman'? Here,...


5 Geniuses with Serious Procrastination Problems

Have trouble making yourself begin a project? Don't worry: you're in brilliant company.


5 Genius Ideas for Decorating Store-Bought Cookies

Look what you can do with a bag of grocery-aisle cookies and some creative (and easy) decorating tricks!


10 Stunning Examples of Native American Artistry

A major traveling exhibit showcases some of our country's most exquisite Native masterpieces, ranging from a 12th-century clay pipe to...


Animal Skulls Like You’ve Never Seen Them Before

It's easy to recognize a human head beneath its flesh, but some of these animal skulls might surprise you.

The Bissell CrossWave Cordless Max Is Our Favorite Amazon Prime Day Deal

The Bissell CrossWave Cordless Max is our go-to for cutting chore time in half. That's why we're crowning this cleaning...