My Half-Century Attempt to Learn FrenchKids may have an edge when learning languages, but adults also have some major advantages when they put their minds to itMarch 21, 2024
For the Love of LibrariesAmerica’s public libraries have evolved with the times and with their communities’ needs. But they rely on your support.March 8, 2024
Take the 'Read Harder Challenge' and Fall in Love With New BooksThe website Book Riot wants you to 'read harder' by exploring books outside of your typical reading choicesMarch 7, 2024
Treasure in the Attic Opened the World to MeThe discovery of 475 issues of National Geographic let me explore places from Paris to Patagonia without leaving homeMarch 1, 2024
Modern Romances Are More Diverse. So Are Their Writers.In a roundtable conversation, four top romance writers talk to Next Avenue about everything from modern characters and plots to the meaning of romanceFebruary 14, 2024
Learning to Play the Cello at 50Now that I am finally learning to speak the language of music, my cello and I are having some deep and vibrating conversationsJanuary 30, 2024
Fun and Games at the LibraryCheck this out: Libraries add board games to books as a way to stimulate intellects and increase social interactionJanuary 19, 2024
Cookbook Clubs Are a Perfect Pairing for Foodies Who Love BooksCookbook clubs come in all flavors: in-person and virtual, free or paid, local or nationalDecember 7, 2023
When Harry Met PabloAuthor Matthew Algeo delves into the unlikely friendship between former president Harry Truman and a modern art master, Pablo PicassoNovember 23, 2023
Adapting to Climate Change as the Nation AgesA new book urges policymakers and ordinary citizens to prepare for the effects that a hotter planet may have on the growing number of older adultsNovember 13, 2023
A Bounty of New Books Just in Time for Holiday Gift-GivingChoose from celebrity memoirs, mysteries, joyful essays, histories, volumes on the natural world or self-help from OprahOctober 27, 2023
University Book Clubs Discuss Books Years After College Days EndFiction, non-fiction, robust discussions and occasional appearances by famous writers keep readers on the same pageOctober 25, 2023
Bob and Erin Odenkirk on Family, Art and the Joy of Creating ‘Poetic Nonsense’The 'Better Call Saul' star and his daughter discuss their new book, 'Zilot & Other Important Rhymes,' which was decades in the makingOctober 10, 2023
His Mother's 'Combat Buddy' Gave Luis Alberto Urrea the Key to His New NovelA Donut Dollie during WWII, Phyllis McLaughlin's wartime experience was traumatic and years after her death, her son learned more of the storySeptember 21, 2023
Life Lessons From a 109-Year-Old ManThe bestselling ‘Book of Charlie’ author shares his late Kansas City neighbor’s ‘operating code for a happy life’September 12, 2023
The Parable of a Book CollectorPreferring to call himself ‘booklover’ rather than ‘book addict,’ this New York City resident has a collection of 70,000 books. His wife is resigned to its impact on their life.July 7, 2023
Summertime Reading: No Passport RequiredNo need to pack and no airport delays when you take these literary trips around the worldJune 28, 2023
Gary Paulsen's Book 'Hatchet' Gave My Son ConfidenceFebruary is I Love to Read Month. A mother remembers the lasting impact of ‘Hatchet’ on her son, a reluctant reader.February 6, 2023
How Do Fairy Tales Tell Stories of Aging?A new book looks at how characters like Hansel and Gretel can help us examine the chapters of our livesJanuary 25, 2023
Louise Penny Talks About Armand Gamache's Harrowing New CaseThe bestselling author on the 'mind game' at the core of the 18th book in her series of murder mysteriesJanuary 3, 2023
Books Make Ideal Holiday Gifts for Readers of All AgesA key reminder for gift-giving season: books truly are 'one size fits all'November 28, 2022
In 'The Bookcase' with Charlie and Kate GibsonThe retired 'ABC World News Tonight' and 'Good Morning America' anchor and his daughter have a new podcast dedicated to their mutual love for booksSeptember 19, 2022
Sending a Child or Grandchild to College? 8 Ways To Help Them AdjustA longtime college professor offers tips on what first-year students need to do to succeed, and how family members can help from the sidelinesAugust 24, 2022