Why Reading Old Books Suddenly Feels More Relevant Than Ever
A specific type of bookstore still exists in some cities; it has shelves and warped wooden floors that have obviously […]
The New Reading Trend That’s Changing How People Learn
It’s easy to assume that Joan Didion’s writing came that way when you pick up nearly any of her sentences—those
The Most Underrated Benefit of Reading Every Single Day
When someone is reading a physical book, they experience a certain kind of stillness that includes a slowing of the
What Every Aspiring Author Learns Too Late About Writing a Book
The majority of people who aspire to write a book believe that writing the words is the most difficult aspect.
Why Dear Debbie Proves Freida McFadden Books Are Still the Best One-Sitting Thrillers Around
Over the course of thirty novels, Freida McFadden has subtly perfected a particular kind of reading experience: the kind where
Why Quiet Readers Often Become Powerful Thinkers
The scene is the same everywhere you walk into a library. With their heads down and completely motionless, people were
The Most Powerful Writing Advice Is Also the Hardest to Follow
You’ll quickly notice that the advice is straightforward when you walk into any serious writing workshop. Every day, write. Remove
How Twilight Author Stephenie Meyer Turned a Single Night’s Sleep Into a Masterpiece
Stephenie Meyer awoke early on June 2, 2003, from a persistent dream. Two people conversing in a forest meadow, one
How Great Authors Make Readers Feel Seen Without Saying Much
There is a scene near the end of To Kill a Mockingbird that has stuck with readers for decades, and