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Can You Decipher the Playful 1817 Letter Jane Austen Sent to Her Niece in Code?
Shortly before her death, the author sent her 8-year-old niece a New Year's greeting—written entirely backwards.
10 Things We Know About The Handmaid’s Tale Season 2
"Arguably it's darker than Season 1—if that's possible,” Elisabeth Moss says of the Hulu hit's upcoming second season.
The Plucky Teenage Stowaway Aboard the First American Expedition to Antarctica
Read an excerpt from 'The Stowaway,' the amazing story of Billy Gawronski, who was determined to join Richard E. Byrd's 1928 expedition—no matter how many times he had to sneak aboard.
The Truth Is In Here: Unlocking Mysteries of the Unknown
The spooky TV ads for Time-Life's encyclopedia of the bizarre inspired the nightmares of countless '80s kids.
Trash Collectors in Turkey Use Abandoned Books to Build a Free Library
Where some people saw trash, garbage collectors saw potential.
Thousands of Rare Stephen King Writings Lost in Basement Flood in Maine
The collection included first editions and original manuscripts.
8 Lost and Rediscovered Literary Works by Famous Authors
These lost literary works were rediscovered in private collections, archives, and in one case, an attic.
The Time the Oxford English Dictionary Forgot a Word
The first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary defined 414,825 words. The problem? They forgot one.
Rent an Incredible Harry Potter-Themed Apartment in the City Where the Series Was Born
Make it the first stop on your magical vacation.
Cell Service: Inside the World of Prison Librarians
Rule one: Don't wear orange. Guards don't want to to confuse them for inmates in case of a riot.
10 Fun Facts About Paddington Bear
The Wellington-wearing bear has been charming children and adults alike for 60 years.
8 Surprising Literary Easter Eggs
Think you know everything about 'The Great Gatsby' or 'The Lord of the Rings'? You may have skipped over a few Easter eggs. They're easy to miss.
9 Unseen Designs From Life in North Korea
Made in North Korea highlights everyday packaging and other designs from the isolated nation that Westerners rarely see.
When Lewis Carroll Was Suspected of Being Jack the Ripper
The author of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' might have also been busy disemboweling prostitutes. Or not.
8 Literary Relics From the World's Largest Private Collection of Mark Twain Memorabilia
Kevin Mac Donnell, a rare bookseller in Austin, Texas, safeguards over 8000 Twain-related items in a climate-controlled home archive.
How World War II Helped Give Birth to the Softcover Book
When America went to war, the softcover book went with it.
Study: Kids Who Read Harry Potter Grow Up to Be Better People
What can a book about a boy wizard fighting a bad guy who drinks unicorn blood teach kids about the real world? A whole lot, according to a study conducted by researchers in Italy.
Los Angeles Libraries Letting Young Readers Work Off Late Fees By Reading More
Reading is fundamental—and cost-effective.
Enter the Weird World of Salvador Dalí's Wine Tastes in This New Book
The Wines of Gala is the Surrealist's unusual guide to all things wine.
10 of the Most Valuable Christmas Books (And Why They're Worth So Much)
These are the stories behind some of the most sought Christmas volumes.
Bake Like a Literary Hero With 3 Recipes From Emily Dickinson
The poet was also a skilled baker.