Anything that is worth reading was written with a purpose, a message that the writer wanted to share with the world. We can see this in everything from short poems to children’s books. (Don’t tell me you’re not moved by Dr. Seuss!) Some writing might...
What do I love as much as books? Food. So of course I’m always thrilled when these two things merge together. After all, good writing should offer a reflection of life, and what’s life without some delicious food? We’ve put together a list of seven...
Can’t get enough of romantic page-turners? Thanks to these eight great sites, you no longer need to spend money every week to stock up on new reads. Browse, download, and enjoy new and classic titles on your eReader or smart device so you can keep your literary...
For a long time in literature, it seemed that readers had to dig deep to find female characters who weren’t just a damsel in distress or a cackling witch. But women have been carrying stories since long before they had the right to vote, and they continue that work...
Want to know how some of the world’s most successful people got where they are now? The answer could involve a variety of factors, but we can tell you that they do tend to have one thing in common: they read. While we can’t guarantee that reading will make...
Having knowledge of common symbols can deepen your reading experience as well as enrich your own writing. Symbols work by giving added meaning to a text and conveying larger ideas in just a few words. By learning to understand symbols in literature, you may uncover...