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Evelyn Waugh was one of the most prolific writers of the 20th century, and his works are beloved by both literary critics and readers. But most people don’t know much Evelyn Waugh, the man. Here's what you need to know.
New Jersey Is the Latest State to Push for Cursive in the Classroom
The anchor-esque Fs, loopy Js, and the rest of the cursive alphabet are staging a comeback in New Jersey.
Artificial Intelligence Identifies Shakespeare's Co-Writer on 'Henry VIII'
The Bard is widely regarded as the greatest playwright in the history of the English language, but what if he had a little help?
Mark Twain
Explore the life and legacy of writer Mark Twain, one of America's most-often quoted (and misquoted) authors.
Charlotte Brontë's Final "Little Book" Returning to Haworth After $665,000 Auction Bid
The matchbox-sized item is one of five remaining miniscule books that Charlotte Brontë had written as a young teenager.
Letters From James Bond Creator Ian Fleming Detailing His Infidelity Hit the Auction Block
The James Bond author spent time away from home to write and argue with his wife over his infidelity, according to a collection of letters offered by Sotheby's.
Emily Dickinson
Read about Emily Dickinson, from her famous poems about love, hope, and death, to her legacy at the Emily Dickinson Museum in Amherst.
Jane Austen's Handwritten Letter About a Nightmarish Visit to the Dentist Is Up for Auction
“We heard each of the two sharp hasty screams,” the ‘Pride and Prejudice’ author wrote of her niece’s turn in the dentist’s chair.
Stephen King's Maine Home Will Become a Museum and Writer's Retreat
The best-selling author has won approval to rezone his home in Bangor, Maine, into a museum of his work as well as a writer's retreat.
10 Facts About Christopher Marlowe
Christopher Marlowe is more than a footnote in William Shakespeare’s life—here are 10 facts about a man we should know more about.
The Reason Why The Great Gatsby Isn’t In the Public Domain (Yet)
Copyright laws in America are complicated, especially for books. Though F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 'The Great Gatsby' was published in 1925, it won’t enter the public domain until 2021.
8 Things Mark Twain Didn't Really Say
The man who provided us with some of the best quips ever is also one of the most misquoted men of all time.
Read What Happens When a Robot Writes an Episode of Friends
With the help of a recurrent neural network, cartoonist Andy Pandy generated a series of brand-new 'Friends' scripts that are sure to delight fans of the classic sitcom.
11 Fascinating Facts About Mark Twain
Mark Twain is widely considered the author of the first great American novel—'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'—but his rollicking tales aren’t the only legacy he left behind.
10 Things You Might Not Know About Dorothy Parker
As a founding member of the Algonquin Round Table, Dorothy Parker was renowned for her scathing wit.
George R.R. Martin Doesn't Think Game of Thrones Was 'Very Good' For His Writing Process
George R.R. Martin opened up to 'The Guardian' about how 'Game of Thrones' has made it even harder for him to finish his A Song of Ice and Fire book series.
Why Beatrix Potter Ended Up Self-Publishing The Tale of Peter Rabbit
In 1901, after being rejected by six publishers, Beatrix Potter used her savings to privately print 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit.'
15 Fascinating Facts About Beatrix Potter
Beatrix Potter was a bestselling author, a world-famous illustrator, and a talented naturalist ... but she still disappointed her mom.
No, Ernest Hemingway Didn’t Write That Six-Word ‘Baby Shoes’ Story
The six-word story "For Sale, Baby Shoes, Never Worn" is one of the best-known works attributed to Ernest Hemingway—but he probably didn't write it.
Toni Morrison, Groundbreaking Author and Nobel Laureate, Dies at 88
Toni Morrison's death was confirmed by her publisher. The acclaimed author was known for her award-winning novels 'Beloved,' 'Song of Solomon,' 'The Bluest Eye,' and other works.
10 Things You Might Not Know About Walden
Henry David Thoreau’s account of his time in the woods is much more than just fodder for motivational posters—it’s a work of transcendentalist philosophy that shaped how people see the natural world today.
The Words Pride and Prejudice Had Slightly Different Meanings in Jane Austen’s Time
If Jane Austen had written 'Pride and Prejudice' today, she might have titled it 'Being Arrogant and Jumping to Conclusions' instead.
A Rediscovered John Steinbeck Story About a Chef and His Cat Has Been Published in English for the First Time
The ‘Ratatouille’-esque story is about a French chef who seeks a Michelin star with the help of his taste-testing cat Apollo.