A Year in Provence: Peter Mayle

In this witty and warm-hearted account, Peter Mayle tells what it is like to realize a long-cherished dream and [...]

The Madman’s Library – The Strangest Books, Manuscripts and Other Literary Curiosities From History: Edward Brooke-Hitching

Written by Edward Brooke-Hitching, this fascinating collection uncovers some of the strangest and most extraordinary [...]

Jazz Musician Lettering

Curated by Reagan Ray, this collection showcases the expressive typography found on classic jazz album covers. Each [...]

The Origins of the Days of the Week

Rooted in ancient astronomy and mythology, the seven days were named after celestial bodies - the sun, moon, and [...]

A Poem of Friendship: Nikki Giovanni

Nikki Giovanni // We are not loversbecause of the lovewe makebut the lovewe haveWe are not friendsbecause of the [...]

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings: Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou gives an intimate portrait of her poignant life interwined with the civil war era told through a childs [...]

South Indian Traditional Kolam Ritual

A timeless daily practice in Tamil Nadu, kolam transforms simple dots into intricate, flowing patterns at the [...]

The Great Railway Bazaar: By Train Through Asia

The Great Railway Bazaar is Paul Theroux’s account of his epic journey by rail through Asia. Filled with [...]

Remember Me: Miguel

A tender song by Miguel, “Remember Me” carries a message of love that endures beyond distance. Featured [...]

A Life on Our Planet: David Attenborough

In this powerful first-hand account, David Attenborough reflects on humanity’s impact on nature with both urgency [...]

Wonderstruck: Brian Selznick

Brian Selznick narrates a visualising compelling and an awe-inspiring journey of Ben and Rose. Part prose [...]

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ruth Bader Ginsburg // "Work for what you believe in, but pick your battles, and don’t burn your bridges. Don’t be [...]

Newspaper Blackout Poem: Austin Kleon

Austin Kleon is an American writer and artist known for his innovative “blackout poetry” and creative philosophy. [...]