The Portrait by Aldous Huxley
The Portrait by Aldous Huxley appeared in Harper’s Monthly Magazine, Dec 1922. Aldous Huxley was one of the most brilliant writers in English literature particularly noted for his satire and humanism.
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Book of the Month January 2024
Quizlit’s Book of the Month January 2024 is The Most Secret Memory of Men by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr. Thanks to a sparkling translation from Lara Vergnaud, we can now enjoy Sarr’s wonderful novel, winner of the 2021 Prix Goncourt, France’s top literary prize.
Peach Blossom Spring by Tao Qian
Peach Blossom Spring by Tao Qian is a famous short story written in 421 about a fisherman who by chance discovers a place of peace and tranquility.
The Charming Memoir Book Quiz
“Memoir” comes from the French word for memory. It’s a genre of literature where the author writes about his or her memories, often going back to childhood. Enjoy our Memoir Book Quiz, 10 Questions on famous memoirs and authors
11 Classic American Books Everyone Should Read
From John Steinbeck’s classic East of Eden to James Baldwin debut novel Go Tell It on the Mountain, we’ve delved into all the classics of American Literature and selected 11 Classic American Books Everyone Should Read.
Youth by Isaac Asimov
Youth by Isaac Asimov is a science fiction novelette that first appeared in the May 1952 issue of Space Science Fiction and was reprinted in the 1955 collection The Martian Way and Other Stories.
5 Amazing New Books for January 2024
Racing into 2024 we’ve selected 5 Amazing New Books for January 2024. An eclectic, exciting month with some absolutely brilliant books on tap.
Agatha Christie: The Queen of Crime
Best-selling author Agatha Christie published her first novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, in 1920, and went on to become one of the most famous writers in history. She sold billions of copies of her work and was also a noted playwright and romance author.
The Verdict by Edith Wharton
When a successful painter gives up his passion to paint at the height of his popularity, an old friend of his decides to pay a visit and find out why. The Verdict by Edith Wharton was originally published in 1908.
The Heavenly Christmas Tree by Fyodor Dostoevsky
A poor boy freezing to death on Christmas Eve finds himself before Christ’s Christmas tree, among the spirits of other children who have died and gone to heaven. The Heavenly Christmas Tree by Fyodor Dostoevsky was first published in A Writer’s Diary, January 1876