Personal Essays

Author Essay

How Books Can Help Us in Times of Transition

Reading plays a large role in helping people find meaning, purpose, and direction in times of uncertainty.

By BRUCE FEILER • 3 weeks ago

Author Essay

The Magic of New York City in Life and in Literature

New York is a city of complex stories.

By LEE CONELL • 4 weeks ago

Article

10 Ways to Get Yourself Out of a Reading Slump

When you feel like reading is difficult, try some of these tips.

By Jessica Mizzi • 1 month ago

Author Essay

Watching Shirley on the Big Screen

Susan Scarf Merrell, author of Shirley, walks us through watching her novel unfold in the movie adaptation.

By SUSAN SCARF MERRELL • 2 months ago

Author Essay

How to Create a Relaxing Reading Environment

Put some careful thought and planning into curating a cozy reading space.

By TANYA LICHTENSTEIN • 2 months ago

Article

Why Are the Men in My Life so Averse to Fiction?

Dear men, there really is no excuse for not reading fiction.

By Ritu Panchal • 2 months ago

Author Essay

How TV Shows Helped Me Write My Debut Novel

I wanted to write a book that would say something about the world, and at the same time, be fun to watch.

By MEGHA MAJUMDAR • 2 months ago

Author Essay

7 Reasons to Read Historical Fiction (If You Don’t Already)

Before you set aside a historical novel, consider what you can gain from reading about the past.

By C.W. GORTNER • 2 months ago