Author: Jane Rohde

“The Tale of Genji” by Murasaki Shikibu is the ancient equivalent of a blockbuster novel. Written in the early 11th century by a lady-in-waiting at the Japanese court. She produced…Continue readingThe Oldest Novel Was Written By A Woman

Banned books are often books that include issues like racism, sexuality or gender identity. Readers can still purchase banned books but they can no longer access those books at public or…Continue readingBanned Books: Oops, You’re Not Supposed To Talk About That

What really hooks you? Let’s get real for a moment—when you’re curled up with a book, what really hooks you? Is it the spotless grammar, the perfectly placed commas, or…Continue readingThe Story Reigns Supreme