A Cure for the Blues by Mark Twain
A Cure for the Blues by Mark Twain was written in 1872. It appears in his short story collection The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories.
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Most Anticipated Translated Fiction 2026 Part 1 (Jan – June)
Coming up in the first half of 2026, we have some wonderful translated fiction including exciting new releases from Mario Vargas Llosa and Mieko Kawakami. Enjoy Most Anticipated Translated Fiction 2026 Part 1 (Jan – June)!
The Empty House by Algernon Blackwood
The Empty House by Algernon Blackwood was published in 1906 in the short story collection The Empty House and Other Ghost Stories
The Definitive Biography Book Quiz
A biography, or simply bio, is a detailed description of a person’s life. Test your knowledge of famous bio’s with our Definitive Biography Book Quiz!
5 New Non Fiction Books Jan 2026
Kicking off 2026, we have some fascinating non-fiction releases including a new memoir from Jung Chang and Julian Sancton’s tale of the lost treasure of the San Jose. Enjoy 5 New Non-Fiction Books Jan 2026!
El Verdugo by Honoré de Balzac
El Verdugo by Honoré de Balzac was published in 1829. It is one of the Études philosophiques in La Comédie humaine.
Book of the Month January 2026
Quizlit’s Book of the Month January 2026 is the stunning new story collection The Eleventh Hour by Salman Rushdie.
Christmas Eve by Washington Irving
Christmas Eve by Washington Irving was originally published in 1876 as part of his short story collection Old Christmas, a nostalgic journey to the heart of 19th-century holiday celebration.
Latin American Literature Quiz
Latin American literature includes Spanish, Portuguese, and the indigenous languages of the Americas, and has a rich and complex tradition of literary production that dates back many centuries. Test your knowledge with our Latin American Literature Quiz!
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.