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From romance novels to business guides, from classic literature to contemporary fiction, free ebooks seem to be everywhere. But why would authors and publishers give away their hard work for free?

Whether you love structured rhymes or flowing free verse, there’s a poetic form that speaks to you. In this post, we’ll break down the most popular types of poems, what makes each unique, and give examples to spark your imagination.

Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just getting started, here are 10 unexpected reading habits that reveal the secret lives of book lovers.

Whether you’re the type to burn through a book a week or you’re still halfway through that novel from last summer, statistics reveal some surprising insights into how much people are reading, spending, and enjoying stories today. What kind of reader are you?

In recent years, the rise of Reylo—fan fiction centered around the romantic pairing of Rey and Kylo Ren from the Star Wars sequel trilogy—has become a major force in fan-created content. Many authors who wrote Reylo stories have now turned their attention to original novels.

The Twilight saga didn’t just captivate millions of readers worldwide—it also inspired a wave of creative talent within the fan fiction community. Let’s dive into the inspiring stories of authors who began their path to success in the Twilight fan fiction world.

Many celebrated authors began their creative journeys in the world of fan fiction, a vibrant and welcoming space where writers can hone their craft by reimagining beloved characters and worlds.

There are several exciting book-to-movie adaptations coming out in 2025 that we’re looking forward to! Here is our list of movies to watch out for this year.

Whether you’re a fiery Aries, a thoughtful Virgo, or a dreamy Pisces, your astrological sign can offer insight into the types of books you gravitate toward.

No matter the path they take, fan fiction has played a significant role in shaping the careers of many successful authors—some of whom you may not have even realized had roots in the Harry Potter fandom.

It’s time to debunk some book myths! Are you surprised by any of these myths? Any you would add to the list?

If you’re looking at your shelves and wondering if you have any valuable first editions hiding there, we’ll walk you through how to quickly determine if your book is a first edition.

Everyone seems to have heard of girl math these days. Those thrifty ways girls add up money to justify their purchases. But I’ve got to say, my girl math skills pale in comparison to my book math skills. Which of these book maths are you guilty of?

We love libraries, but the way they work is often a mystery. Many patrons have wondered, why is there a limit to this digital content when digital content can be duplicated and shared for virtually free? Librarian Ryan was kind enough to fill us all in on the answer.

Beanstack is a new app that many libraries and schools are adopting to host reading challenges, bookathons, and more! Personally, I love it. Here’s why.

A book hangover. As a reader, you’ve probably experienced it. If you have a book hangover, you no doubt want to get over it and go back to being a functioning adult who enjoys reading. Here are some tips to help you get there.

Ebooks magically appear for reading (or deleting) thanks to authors’ work. Ever notice old favorites with fresh covers?

Lost in a captivating book, suddenly halted by a pet peeve. Discover readers’ top annoyances.

I once thought movies came first, but Disney didn’t create the original versions of their famous fairytale princess stories.