I research and write about happiness, so every year before Jan. 1, I ask people, “What resolutions will you make this year?” With reliable frequency, people tell me, “I want to read more.” Perhaps ...

A popular diagram for teaching plot structure to middle and high school students looks like a mountain, mapping out exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. It’s an apt ...

In between those New Year's Resolutions to eat healthier and exercise more, why not give your brain a bit of a workout too? Regular reading leads to positive impacts on your mental and emotional ...

Crafting The New York Times Book Review’s annual list involves arguments, politicking and, every once in a while, a rare consensus. Credit...Holly Szczypka Supported by By Megan McCrea Times Insider ...