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Exploring the Best American Series

The Best American Short Stories anthology has been around since 1915 and had some interesting iterations. Here's a brief history.

The Bookish Life of Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury had a 75-year career filled with bookish roles, from book and play adaptations to the iconic novelist Jessica Fletcher.

Crime Sub-Genres to Add to your TBR

These fictional crime sub-genres explore why people risk everything to break the law and keep us asking: Will they get away with it?

The Portrait in the Attic: How Horror Mirrors Society

People have always used stories to explore societal fears. Here's how horror and society have shaped each other in the western world.

If It Has Spoilers, Why Make It A Foreword?

Should spoilers be restricted from the forward of a book? Does knowing something before you read the book impact the experience?

An Argument For Watching The Movie First

Book lovers the world over might disagree with the idea, but here are a few solid reasons to watch the movie first.

The Scientific Benefits of Reading to Children

The benefits of reading to children extend beyond raising kids who love to read. Explore the scientific benefits for babies and kids!

Why Academic Fandom Journals like AO3’s Transformative Works and Cultures are Important

Academic fandom journals like AO3’s Transformative Works and Cultures fill a gap in humanities research by taking fandom seriously.

An Abbreviated History of American Girl Publishing in the ’90s

American Girl dolls were an iconic toy for many who grew up in the '90s. Here's a look into the books surrounding characters' stories.

Beyond the Circulation Desk: What It’s Like Being a Medical Librarian

Librarians work in a wide variety of fields. Here's what it's like behind the scenes to work as a medical librarian for a hospital.