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16 Incredible Facts About Judy Blume
From which character is the most like her to the book title she most regrets, here are some things you might not know about Judy Blume.
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11 Contemporary Updates To Classic Literary Monsters
From Dracula to Beowulf’s Grendel, these classic literary monsters have all been reimagined in these gripping contemporary books.
Stranger Than Fiction: The Paranormal Researcher Who Inspired Shirley Jackson
Paranormal investigator Nandor Fodor angered spiritualists, earned praise from Sigmund Freud, and influenced one of the most famous ghost stories of all time.
10 Surprising Facts About Junji Ito
From his first encounters with manga to his diverse range of artistic influences, here are a few things you might not know about the reigning king of horror manga.
10 Facts About Pennywise, the Terrifying Clown From Stephen King's 'It'
Pennywise, Tim Curry's homicidal, pasty-faced clown, managed to really scare the poor little kid who played Georgie.
11 Facts about Truman Capote’s Unfinished Novel, ‘Answered Prayers’
Truman Capote believed it would be his “magnum opus,” but 'Answered Prayers' turned out to be his undoing—not to mention one of the most notorious unfinished works in literary history.
Calling All Movie Fans: 'The Curious Movie Buff' Is Now on Sale
The newest knowledge bomb from Mental Floss contains history, trivia, and lore about dozens of films from the past 50 years.
14 Nobel Prize-Winning Authors
The Swedish Academy has been awarding Nobel Prizes in Literature since 1901; here are a few laureates whose books you might want to consider picking up.
10 Facts About Webster’s Dictionary
Noah Webster’s two-volume 'An American Dictionary of the English Language' earned him a place in linguistic history, and a reputation as the foremost lexicographer of American English.
15 Great Gifts for the Sci-Fi Fanatic in Your Life
From groundbreaking movies to landmark novels, these are the best gifts for sci-fi fans in your life.
Attention Kurt Vonnegut Fans: VonnegutFest Is Coming to Indianapolis
The author's 100th birthday will be celebrated in style, with attendees encouraged to BYOV (Bring Your Own Vonnegut).
7 Fascinating Facts About N. Scott Momaday’s ‘House Made of Dawn’
N. Scott Momaday’s novel ’House Made of Dawn’ was a breakthrough for Native American literature.
Felonious Floats and Pumpkin Cakes: Check Out These Recipes From ‘The Unofficial Universal Theme Parks Cookbook’
You don’t have to go all the way to Honeydukes to enjoy a good Pumpkin Cake—Ashley Craft’s latest cookbook has you covered.
You Can Now Shop at Goodwill Online
Bargain hunters can now comb through an online inventory of more than 100,000 items like clothing and books.
When Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Opened a Psychic Bookstore
The creator of Sherlock Holmes believed in ghosts so strongly he opened a bookstore devoted to educating the general public about them.
17 Facts About Christopher Pike's Books
In the ‘90s, it felt like every teenager had their nose buried in a Christopher Pike novel. Here are the stories behind novels like 'The Midnight Club,' 'Fall Into Darkness,' and 'Chain Letter.'
The 15 Best Stephen King Movies and TV Shows You Can Stream Right Now
Master of horror Stephen King has seen countless adaptations of his books, novellas, and short stories. These are some of the best of them.
10 Books and Texts That Are Actually Impossible to Read
Some are written in codes or ciphers that haven’t been cracked, while others are purposefully designed to remain incomprehensible forever.
10 of the Shortest Bestselling and Classic Books
These books won't keep you up all night—and that's a good thing.
This Unauthorized 'One Piece' Manga Collection Is Over 21,000 Pages—But No One Can Actually Read It
The massive, shelf-threatening volume is actually too big to browse through.
10 Fascinating Facts About Donna Tartt's 'The Secret History'
Author Donna Tartt’s debut novel, 'The Secret History,' became an instant classic—and an instant success—when it was published in 1992. Here’s what you should know.
12 Fantastic Facts About Nathaniel Hawthorne
American writer Nathaniel Hawthorne drew inspiration from his own ancestors for his best-known novel, 'The Scarlet Letter.'
10 Things You May Not Know About 'Wuthering Heights'
Wuthering Heights—Emily Brontë’s only novel—shocked readers when it came out. Today, the story about the lovers on the English moor is so well known, it’s iconic. Here's what you should know.
14 Famous Books That Were Published Posthumously
Virtually every artist dreams of making an impact with their work, and writers are no different—but in some cases, authors don’t live to see their works become classics.