In an unassuming sub-section of Instagram you will find people who are devoted to both reading and critiquing new releases. But these people, or bookstagrammers as they are called, are breaking the mould of the social media platform by not seeking any particular exposure — something that we all know is pretty rare nowadays. Unlike,… Continue reading The Power of Bookstagrammers
Author: Nicole Jeffries
Nicole Jeffries is a Saskatchewan born and Toronto based writer and student. Nicole’s writing focuses on young adult fiction genre but her literary interests are far reaching. From Peter Rabbit to Macbeth her reading list is extensive. Other passions and influences include, Downton Abbey, the Victorian era and her dog Wilson.
What Your Reading Habit Says About You
Good news book lovers, for those of us who can’t tear ourselves away from the pages, new research has found that people who read fiction tend to more empathetic, kinder and display more positive social traits than those who don’t. And according to the results, people’s personalities also differed depending on the genre of book… Continue reading What Your Reading Habit Says About You
The World’s First Novel Was Written By A Woman
In 11th Century Japan, a woman named Murasaki Shikibu or ‘Lady Murasaki’ (which is believed to be a nickname) wrote what is considered to be the world’s first novel. During this time in Japan, women were tradition- ally excluded from learning to write Chinese. Normally, only men wrote in Chinese, since it was a sign… Continue reading The World’s First Novel Was Written By A Woman
Do You Love The Smell Of Old Books
Is your nose always stuck in a book for reasons other than reading? Do you love the smell of old books? Fear not, you are not alone; there’s a legitimate reason that dusty old pages smell so good. Books give off volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as they decompose over time. Researchers from the University College… Continue reading Do You Love The Smell Of Old Books
Writer Superstitions
Most famous writers adopted bizarre habits and superstition year-round in an attempt to get their masterpieces words down on paper. Charles Dickens Charles Dickens (1812–1870) carried a navigational compass with him at all times and always faced north while he slept. He believed this practice improved his creativity and writing. Dr. Seuss The author and… Continue reading Writer Superstitions
Do You Hear an Inner Voice When Reading?
What do you hear as you are reading this article? If you hear an inner voice speaking the words to you, you are part of the 80% of people who have reported hearing an inner voice as they read to themselves. A study conducted by Professor Ruvanee Vilhauer, from New York University’s Department of Psychology,… Continue reading Do You Hear an Inner Voice When Reading?
Forget the Gym — Head to the Library
Like eating your veggies and flossing your teeth, reading is good for you. Research suggests that reading keeps your brain sharp, makes you more empathetic, and is an effective form of stress-relief, and if that wasn’t enough a new study suggests that reading could actually help you live longer. For the study, which was published online… Continue reading Forget the Gym — Head to the Library
14-Year-Old Raises $100,000 So Girls Can See ‘A Wrinkle In Time’
A Wrinkle in Time, winner of the Newbery Medal in 1963, is the story of the adventures Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvin O’Keefe as they search for Meg’s father, a scientist who disappeared while engaged in secret work for the government on the tesseract (a wrinkle in time) problem. Frequently challenged for “undermining religious beliefs”… Continue reading 14-Year-Old Raises $100,000 So Girls Can See ‘A Wrinkle In Time’
Mary Poppins
For most people, Mary Poppins is a childhood favourite, and as Disney is set to release Marry Poppins Returns in December, she will soon be back in the spotlight. However, before Julie Andrews and her flower-pot hat, there were the original Mary Poppins books written by P.L. Travers, who was born Helen Lyndon Goff in… Continue reading Mary Poppins
Hangry Is Officially A Word
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has recently added more than 1,100 new words, senses, and sub entries. While words like ‘hangry’ are most likely part of your vocabulary, they now have an official stamp of approval as part of a new group of words being added to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED). Modern words like… Continue reading Hangry Is Officially A Word