Every book lover can recognize a kindred spirit in the pages of a great story. Explore some of literature's most memorable readers, from childhood favorites to modern classics, and celebrate the characters who prove that books have the power to change lives.
As we welcome the month ahead, we're shining a light on notable and acclaimed September-born authors. We're delighted to celebrate them and their beloved works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, theater, and more.
For April Fool's Day, we're exploring the role of fools in literature. Shakespeare is sometimes credited with establishing the fool as instrumental in his plots. Though they serve as subjects of amusement, and even ridicule, they often emerge as the ones who see the world most clearly.