The Library of Congress' National Book Festival takes place on August 22. Can't make it in person? Be sure to check out the online options.... Read More

The more that you read, the more things that you'll know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. This aphorism may come from Dr. Seuss, but the wisdom it contains isn't just for kids. ... Read More

Abibliophobia. It means the fear of running out of things to read. Do you suffer from this frightful word? ... Read More

Stories are more than just characters and plot. They’re a collaboration between author, reader, and culture, sometimes contradictory and always symbolic. To understand them, you can’t just look at the surface—you need to dig through every layer.... Read More

Jack of all trades. What does Shakespeare have to do with this phrase.? It isn't one he invented. So, what is the Shakespearean connection? ... Read More

Contronyms can either be fun or frustrating. They're words that have contradictory meanings depending on the context. Check out a few here.... Read More

Books aren’t just meant to entertain us. They help us see from new perspectives. So take a second to think. Then read on here. ... Read More

There’s a saying that “you only become old when you stop learning.” While often intended metaphorically, there are real biological benefits to maintaining a lifestyle of curiosity. So learn more and keep your brain young. ... Read More

Autodidact. If your curiosity brought you to this post, then you’re already well on your way to becoming one! Can you guess what it means? ... Read More

There have been more than 10,000 book challenges since 2021. Here are some tools for fighting book bans, and a few ways to resist censorship.... Read More

“The writing is on the wall” isn’t about graffiti, Egyptian hieroglyphics, or the stencils above Grandma's family pictures. What is it about?... Read More

Plato may have had his perfect forms and idea of "dogness." But this makes your beloved Fido one of a kind. What could it be?... Read More