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To many, the term “utopia” may conjure images of something like the Garden of Eden, Camelot, or Shangri-La. Some definitions of utopia can mean that one is “unaware of the knowledge of good and evil.” While many may see utopian cultures as visions of perfect societies, we should consider how these cultures became unified and unadulterated. → Read More
Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of one of fiction's most logical characters, believed entirely in the existence of fairies. Learn about Arthur Conan Doyle, spiritualism, and the Cottingley fairy pictures. → Read More
With the greatest two minutes in sports coming up soon, why not pick up some fun facts and books about The Kentucky Derby? → Read More
These books about Eleanor of Aquitaine are historically-accurate testaments to this strong-willed woman of the Middle Ages. → Read More
British cozy mysteries are just delightful. Here's what you can expect from the genre and reading recommendations beyond Agatha Christie (though, read her too). → Read More
March 25th is the Gondorian New Year, and to lead up we are considering a few life lessons from Tolkien. → Read More
Does twisting or changing history to suit a story make for bad historical fiction? How should authors approach accuracy in historical fiction? → Read More
Reader, beware. The Ides of March are here. And in honor of the Ides, we've rounded up some books about Rome during and beyond the time of Julius Caesar. → Read More
Early human history has always been a source of fascination to me. Who isn’t curious about the origins of humanity and our evolution? These four books about early humans try to paint a picture of our beginnings. → Read More
The best Terry Tempest Williams quotes about women, community, and wilderness. → Read More
Bolster that fiction storyline with nonfiction readalikes. Here are 6 fiction and nonfiction book pairings to start with. → Read More
When two historians discuss the same event, you’ll end up with three different perspectives. That's why historical mystery books are so fun. → Read More
A medievalist talks about all things Arthurian legend and lists some excellent reading for fellow enthusiasts. → Read More
For National Day on Writing, Rioters share lessons they've learned about writing from books that aren't about writing. → Read More
What books did you acquire (inbox) and finish (outbox) this week? → Read More
There best not be landlubbers here because it's Talk Like a Pirate Day, and we're celebrating with nautical jargon and these pirate-themed books! → Read More
Share story time with your younger kids with these audiobooks! → Read More
A list of must-read medieval historical fiction novels set in Japan, the Middle East, England, and more. → Read More
In memory of Elizabeth I on her 484th birthday, here are a few lesser known facts about The Virgin Queen, and a selection of works written about her. → Read More
A new eight-part PBS series will search for American's favorite book. → Read More