NFL Player Spends Free Week Giving Books, Reading to Kids
This New England Patriots player could have spent his bye week taking a break from his busy schedule, but instead, he read to children in Georgia.
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Library of Congress Names Tot Who Read 1,000 Books Librarian for a Day
Daliyah Arana went to the Library of Congress on Thursday as one of the tiniest and cutest librarians ever.
Free Short Stories Offered at Train Station Vending Machines
Next time you're awaiting a train by scrolling through your Twitter feed, imagine if you could print out a free short story instead.
How an Unassuming Warehouse is Giving Thousands of Books Away For Free: 'We Encourage Shoplifting'
For 17 years, "The Book Thing" has provided mental nourishment for thousands of residents in this American city.
J.K. Rowling Writes New Harry Potter Pages for Halloween
J.K. Rowling handed out a special Halloween treat for her die-hard Harry Potter fans, this time in the form of a profile of one of the most malicious characters in the Harry Potter universe, Dolores Umbridge.
Stranded Family Delighted to Be Rescued By the Hogwarts Express
When the Cluetts were told that they would be rescued by a local train, they were overwhelmed to see a familiar scarlet steam engine coming towards them.
How Philosophy Can Solve Your Midlife Crisis
Most people have trouble staring down their own midlife crises – but this MIT professor has found an easy way to do it.
These Hot Dudes Reading Books Need Help With Hurricane Relief - and We're Happy to Oblige
These stud muffins are not just handsome and literate - they are also using their good looks to help children affected by Hurricane Irma and Harvey.
12-Year-old Saves Friend's Leg Using First-Aid From 'Hunger Games' Book
When her friend suffered a massive leg injury, this Massachusetts teen's knowledge of the Suzanne Collins book series may have prevented further damage.
Trash Man Creates Free Library Out of 20,000 Books Found in Garbage
It all started when this garbage man found a copy of Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina in the trash bin. Now he's built a library for the poorest people of his city.
Bob the Cat Rescued Me from Drugs: How a Sick Stray Inspired an Addict to Sell a Million Books
In 2007 James Bowen had been a homeless heroin addict for more than a decade when he found a stray, injured cat called Bob, who would not leave his doorstep. Sensing a bond with another lost soul, he nursed the tabby back to health and began traveling with him on the city bus. Now Bob is the subject of an international bestseller, A Street Cat Named Bob: How One Man and His Cat Found Hope on the Streets.
The 10 Jazziest Quotes From Kerouac's "On The Road" - Published 60 Years Ago Today
What are YOUR favorite Kerouac quotes?
Boy Who Sent 3,500 Comic Books to Soldiers is Rewarded With Best Day Ever
Carl might be one of the youngest connoisseurs of comics – and now, after making a massive donation to the troops, he's also a beloved bud of the military.
Bill Gates is Giving Away His Favorite Book on Positivity to College Grads For Free
Bill Gates values optimism just as much as we do – which is why he's giving away this book to American college grads for free.
Woman Accidentally Buys the Same Book She Sold 5 Years Ago and Finds Mother's Last Words
In a strange twist of fate, this 19-year-old girl was reunited with her mother's book that she had sold years ago - and she found an emotional message.
These Factories Hire Storytellers to Read to Workers So They Can be Educated-and Entertained
The endearing factory tradition is an ingenious - and simple - way to make work more enjoyable and beneficial for the workers.
Human Chain of People Help Move A Bookstore, Book By Book
When this independent bookstore had trouble affording expensive moving services, the community showed up in full force to lend a hand.
Stephen King Lets These Kids Make Film Adaption of His Story by Selling the Rights for Just $1
The students are delighted to be making a film adaption of a Stephen King short story – and they were able to do it for just $1.
Janitor Had 'Given Up' Writing Until College Where She Cleans Gives Her Prestigious Literary Award
Caitriona Lally had been having a horrible Monday morning when she got a call saying that she had won the 2018 Rooney Prize for Literature.
There Are Now 75,000 Little Free Libraries Around the World - and Here's Why You Should Add More
Over 75,000 Little Free Libraries have been placed in 88 different countries around the world - and you can help to add more.
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