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The Bookish Life of Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has donated more than 100 million books, but that's just one aspect of Dolly Parton's literary legacy!

Less Credit, Longer Hours: Illustrators’ Roles In Graphic Novels

Comics are a collaboration, but the artist's side is often overlooked. Here is how illustrators would like to see the industry change.

Fable Book Club App Review

The Fable app is a new platform that aims to make reading more social. Here's what one writer thought of it.

Start with Mysteries, Thrillers, & True Crime If You’re New to Audiobooks

If you're new to audiobooks or unsure if they're for you, try a mystery, thriller, or true crime audiobook to get you started.

The Rise of Environmental Book Clubs

Public interest in the environment has seen a meteoric rise in recent years. As a result, so has the number of environmental book clubs.

Casting Spells: Spelling Bees Around the World

While spelling bees are held around the world, the majority of international spelling competitions also use the English language.

Why Mysteries and Thrillers Make Such Great Beach Reads

When you think of beach reads, do mysteries and thrillers come to mind? Here's why they actually make for great beach reading.

Why It Matters that Horror Protagonists Make Bad Decisions

We all love to judge horror characters making bad decisions. But could we do any better? And why does it matter?

What Is The Difference Between Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller Novels?

What's makes a thriller different from a mystery? And how about suspense? Here's a breakdown of how they differ and how they're the same.

A Nondisabled Reader’s Guide to Disability Literature

For abled folks, entering the world of disability literature is exciting. Get to know a bit more about why and how disability lit works.