"If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear." As we celebrate Orwell's 111th birthday on June 25, this week in history, let's remember the fiery populism and passion with which Orwell tirelessly approached his work, both on and off the page.(READ MORE)
On June 10, 1915, this week in history, writer Saul Bellow was born. Let's honor Bellow's brilliance and formidable literary chops with these nine quotes, brimming with the brine of life. (READ MORE)
"A heart is not judged by how much you love," the sham-Wizard said, "but by how much you are loved by others." Isn't that magical? Let's celebrate the exceptional virtue of L. Frank Baum with 9 quotes from his late-life writings.(READ MORE)
James Matthew Barrie, best remembered as the creator of Peter Pan, was born 154 years ago this week, on May 9, 1860. (READ MORE)
Back in 1963, JFK named Winston Churchill an "Honorary Citizen of the United States." To honor his memory and his literary wit, we're looking at 9 profound quotes from the great world leader.(READ MORE)
This week in history, renowned author and essayist Flannery O'Connor was born. She would go on to shape the landscape of short story writing, with favorites like A Good Man is Hard to Find.(READ MORE)
Let's wish The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy author Douglas Adams a happy birthday this week by raising a towel, cheering the stars, and reading nine witty and wonderful quotes from his life and works. (READ MORE)
On this occasion of his birthday, we're turning to seven of our favorite Márquez quotations.(READ MORE)
To honor the optimism and the resilient spirit of John Steinbeck, who was born this week in 1902, we offer nine quotes from the classic American author for those in need of some inspiration. (READ MORE)
To the woman who helped foster a literary generation, and advance her progressive values farther than most, we wish Gertrude Stein a happy 140th birthday with these nine quotes.(READ MORE)
