my favorite thing in all world literature (and that includes all the heavy classics) is a novelette called Calumet K by Merwin-Webster," Rand wrote in 1945. The book was famous then, but if you ...

Jane Austen’s novels have stood the test of time, continuing to fascinate readers with their wit, romance, and keen social observations. From spirited heroines to sharp critiques of class and society, ...

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But did you know some of the most famous bestsellers were almost called something else? Here are some books that changed their titles and the stories behind them. An editor decided The Un-Dead ...

Welcome to Lit Trivia, the Book Review’s regular quiz about books, authors and literary culture. This week’s installment tests your knowledge of long-running squabbles between writers (all of ...