Scribes, Not Just Authors: New Study Uncovers Editorial Brilliance in Medieval Syriac Manuscripts - Medievalists.netSyriac manuscript scribes were active agents in literary culture, shaping texts through excerpting techniques, revealing their editorial role in history.
This Corpse Reviver Cousin Is Back From the DeadThe Frank Sullivan cocktail, a variant of the Corpse Reviver No. 2, highlights the blend of literary culture and mixology of the early 20th century.
These Were The Most Borrowed Books Of 2024 Across All NYC Public LibrariesNew Yorkers borrowed a diverse mix of family sagas, mysteries, and romances in 2024 from their libraries.
Jean Hanff Korelitz's All-Time Favorite SequelsKorelitz discusses her early inspirations from sequels, showcasing how they shaped her understanding of literature and identity.
At the Algonquin, a Reading Pays Homage to the Famous Round TableThe tarot reading at the Algonquin Hotel connects modern audiences with the literary legacy of the 1920s Round Table, celebrating their wit and charm.
Review: Memoir in essays from publisher Steve Wasserman reveals a rigorous and searching mindSteve Wasserman's memoir illustrates the impact of Berkeley's literary scene on his development and career in publishing and editing.
Tickets Alert: Tours of the London LibraryThe London Library is restarting monthly building tours for book lovers to explore its extensive collection and unique atmosphere.
Book Bars Gain Momentum Around New YorkBook bars provide a community space for solo reading and low-key conversations, bridging the gap between cafes and traditional libraries.
Novelist Maura Cheeks opens Brooklyn's newest bookstore and wine bar - Brooklyn MagazineLiz's Book Bar in Carroll Gardens, owned by novelist Maura Cheeks, creates a community space for book lovers, inspired by her grandmother and other bookstore-bars like Book Club Bar.