Challenges and bans to books in public libraries and schools in the U.S. have steeply increased since 2022. What is behind this increase? And what do Stanford faculty have to say about it? Although ...

What makes a book so great? It’s not necessarily only about the quality of the writing but also the ability to change discourse, start meaningful conversations that last for years, and inspire action.

Nestled in the Northern Catskills, the tiny village of Hobart, New York, is home to around 400 residents, and millions of fascinating characters, all stacked high on shelves. Hobart is a book village.

A look at the book adaptations coming to life on both big and small screens this year. By Lexy Perez Associate Editor A new chapter in the world of literary adaptations is under way. From a mom ...

Ranking Colleen Hoover’s 26 books is no easy task, as her novels have wide appeal and are all beloved by readers across the United States, as evidenced by their long stays on the New York Times and ...

Book challenges around the country reached the highest levels ever recorded by a library organization. By Alexandra Alter After several years of rising book bans, censorship efforts continued to surge ...

Screens are replacing paper when it comes to nearly every aspect of communication, but is it good for our mental health? Research proves the countless mental health benefits of reading, but still most ...

The best nonfiction books published in 2023 included a revelatory biography, works of in-depth reporting, and more. These are independent reviews of the products mentioned, but TIME receives a ...

I love losing myself in a good book, and I'm not the only one. Finding great gifts for book lovers isn't just about testing for the best e-reader (which we have!) or rounding up all the accessories ...