Five Contemporary Black Poets – Black Poetry Day 2025
In honor of Black Poetry Day on October 17th, 2025, here are five contemporary Black Poets that you should be aware of, if you aren't already. Amanda Gorman is a twenty-seven-year-old award-winning writer, activist, and model. She graduated from Harvard cum laude and...
Swoonworthy YA Panel at Books of Wonder by Sophia Scott
Few things make the publishing world feel more connected and inspiring than attending an event for a book your professor helped bring into the world. On October 6th, Books of Wonder opened its doors to an audience of readers to celebrate exciting new releases in the...
25 Finalists for 2025 – National Book Awards Shortlist
The finalists for the 2025 National Book Awards were announced on October 7, 2025, and twenty-five titles have been selected – five books for each category of Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Translated Titles, and Young People's Literature. The five finalists of each...
Celebrating National Comic Book Day
Today is National Comic Book Day, a day that is all about celebrating the stories that have captured our imaginations for generations. It’s a day for the fans, the collectors, and everyone who loves a good comic. For many, some of the fondest memories growing up, or...
National Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, so it’s the perfect excuse to visit your local library and apply for one today! Libraries provide access to information and tools that may not otherwise be accessible to some NYC residents. They promote literacy and education...
Dear Diary Day! September 22nd
Dear Diary Day Dear Diary Day is a lesser-known celebration day that occurs on September 22nd of every year. Created by Thomas and Ruth Roy, along with more than 70 other holidays since the 80s, the Wellcat holiday is intended to honor the documentation of our...
Women’s History Month Reads
Five Books with Strong Women Protagonists to Read for Women’s History Month March is Women’s History Month, the perfect time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women in literature. From historical heroines to contemporary powerhouses, these...
Books to Read this Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year represents tradition, family, and new beginnings. It is the welcoming of a new year based on the lunar calendar and primarily celebrated in countries such as China, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, and Singapore, as well as the Asian diaspora all over the...
Clean Your Desk Day: Tips for a Fresh Start In January
Clean Your Desk Day takes place every year in January on the 18th, which is the perfect opportunity to refresh your workspace and set the tone for a productive year ahead. A clean desk isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a space that fosters focus,...
Hispanic Heritage Month
“You are not lucky to be here. The world needs your perspective. They are lucky to have you.” – Antonio Tijerino Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of the communities, traditions, and contributions of Latinx and Hispanic people to American history and...