This a continuation of our “Why Read” discussion. Remember, we started by defining the three broad reasons to read. Then […]
Top 32 Books I've Read Since Turning 30 (The Obligatory Birthday Post)
This essay was written by Brandon Monk. Today’s my 32nd Birthday. I feel obligated to make a birthday list post. […]
Growing into It: Converting Non-Readers, by an Ex-Non-Reader
This is an essay by Joseph Dante. Most people who know even a little bit about me could probably tell you this: I love […]
Feedback From a Writer and My Response
I love hearing from readers. I don’t know if you would call this a virtual classroom where I’m a teacher […]
5 Poems to Read for National Poetry Month (and Why)
This is an essay by Chris Ciolli. Even though poetry is generally shorter than the average feature article in a […]
Why Read: Perspective
This is an essay by Brandon Monk. We have discussed reading for pleasure and for education. The third reason to read […]
Reading Motivational: Read What You Like, Sometimes
Don’t run from your tastes. Don’t get scared away from reading because you refuse to, at least occasionally, indulge in something […]
Don't Forget to Create
This is an essay by Brandon Monk. Give yourself a chance to use what you learn. Don’t be fooled, books […]
Read? Why? I’ll just wait for the movie!
This is an essay by T. Lloyd Reilly. “Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the […]
20 Poetical Considerations in Honor of National Poetry Month #NaPoMo
April’s National Poetry Month (hashtag #NaPoMo on Twitter). That means I get to tell you everything I know about reading poetry. […]