The Siege of Berlin by Alphonse Daudet
The Siege of Berlin by Alphonse Daudet was published in 1871 and is set during the Franco-Prussian War. It follows a group of French soldiers as they attempt to survive a brutal winter in Berlin.
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The Old Nurse’s Story by Elizabeth Gaskell
The Old Nurse’s Story by Elizabeth Gaskell was originally published in 1852. It appears in the short story collection The Old Nurse’s Story and other tales.
The Wonderful Novella Literature Quiz
A novella is a book of fiction, shorter than most novels, but longer than most short stories. The English word “novella” derives from the Italian novella meaning a short story related to true facts. Test your knowledge with our Wonderful Novella Literature Quiz!
The Rocking Horse Winner by D. H. Lawrence
The Rocking Horse Winner by D. H. Lawrence was first published in July 1926, in Harper’s Bazaar and subsequently appeared in the first volume of Lawrence’s collected short stories.
5 New Non Fiction Books March 2026
Releasing in March we have a memoir from the iconic Liza Minnelli and a stunning Amazonian journey from acclaimed photographer Tom Peschack. Enjoy 5 New Non Fiction Books March 2026!
Book of the Month March 2026
Quizlit’s Book of the Month March 2026 is the astonishing The School of Night by Karl Ove Knausgaard. In a thrilling twist on Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus, Knausgaard masterfully spins a cautionary tale about the lengths that we will go to achieve success—and how far we are willing to fall.
International Booker Prize 2026
The International Booker Prize 2026 longlist has been announced. This year’s list features 13 books translated from 11 languages, by authors and translators representing 14 nationalities.
Comrade Bingo by P. G. Wodehouse
Comrade Bingo by P. G. Wodehouse features the young gentleman Bertie Wooster and his valet Jeeves. The story was first published in The Strand Magazine in London in May 1922.
A Charming Woman by Jerome K. Jerome
A Charming Woman by Jerome K. Jerome is included in his short story collection Sketches in Lavender, Blue and Green published in 1891. A Charming Woman is a touching short story about a young charming woman known by all citizens.
5 Stunning New Books for March 2026
Coming out in March we have a new novel from the fantastic Mieko Kawakami and an epic western from Mexican author Álvaro Enrigue. Enjoy 5 Stunning New Books for March 2026!