The Mistletoe Bough by Anthony Trollope
The Mistletoe Bough by Anthony Trollope was published in 1867. This Victorian story revolves around the themes of love, tradition, and social expectations.
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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry
First published in 1905, The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money.
5 Amazing New Books for January 2026
Coming in January, we have the long awaited new novel from George Saunders and a debut fantasy adventure from Shen Tao. Enjoy 5 Amazing New Books for January 2026!
10 Fascinating Autobiographies Everyone Should Read
Enlightening and inspiring, an autobiography can offer a unique insight into a world and experience very different from your own. Enjoy 10 Fascinating Autobiographies Everyone Should Read!
Champagne by Anton Chekhov
Originally published in 1887, Champagne by Anton Chekhov tells of a despondent young man who shares a bottle of champagne with his wife, and when he drops it…..
The Dublin Mystery by Baroness Orczy
The Dublin Mystery by Baroness Orczy was published in 1908 in her short fiction collection The Old Man in the Corner.
15 Best Books of 2025
2025 was another stunning year for literature. Of the hundreds of new fiction books here are our favorite novels of the year. Enjoy the 15 Best Books of 2025!
Magepa the Buck by H. Rider Haggard
Magepa the Buck by H. Rider Haggard first appeared in Pears’ Christmas Annual December 1912. It was later included in his 1921 collection Smith and the Pharaohs And Other Tales.
The Year in Books 2025 Quiz
As another year wraps up, and it was again a banner year for books, test your knowledge of the biggest books of the year with our Year in Books 2025 Quiz.
The Quintessential W. Somerset Maugham
W. Somerset Maugham, was an influential British playwright, novelist and short story writer who lived from 1874 to 1965.