Ola Kowalczyk
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Public libraries are a quiet weapon against online misinformation (report)
New research from Stirling and Glasgow universities shows that public libraries are uniquely trusted to fight false facts online. The catch? Most librarians are left to do it with little more than goodwill.
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What is multi-modal reading and why it’s so exciting?
Most ebooks are just static text pretending to be a physical page. Multi-modal reading shifts the focus to layered formats – combining audio narration, interactive visuals, and soundscapes.
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How paper books make story comprehension easier for your brain (report)
Swiping through a story on a tablet seems convenient, but it forces your brain to work much harder. Recent report shows that reading physical manga saves mental energy and improves narrative comprehension.
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US vs European university admissions compared
Planning to study overseas means navigating a maze of academic rules and cultural habits. What works for getting into a college in the USA will probably fail in Europe. Here is what you need to understand about the two systems.
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The Booker Prize 2026 longlist is here, and it feels predictable again
The Booker Prize longlist for 2026 was announced. Thirteen books made the cut from 163 submissions. Are we supposed to be surprised by the selection? Not really.
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Why the hot literati trend is the new offline status symbol
Everyone talks about the hot literari trend as if it was only about fashion. But isn’t carrying a real book simply the ultimate flex that you can afford to go offline?
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Ebooks com wants to make reading easier for dyslexic readers
Ebooks.com is testing a simple one-click mode that adjusts page layouts for dyslexic readers. Instead of forcing you to tweak a dozen confusing typography settings, it gives you a solid, research-backed starting point with just one tap.
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Is the age of reading over?
In a world full of fast digital distractions, the ability to read long texts is turning into a rare skill. The Atlantic claims the age of reading is finished, but could this decline actually give a massive advantage to the few who still read?
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Benefits of micro-reading: how tiny e-readers are saving our focus
Micro-reading is a simple trend that replaces empty screen time with short, 5-minute book sessions. Here is how tiny e-readers help you reclaim your focus easily.
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A new study finds that 94% of AI-written college papers go undetected
A team from the University of Reading conducted an experiment to assess the detectability of AI-generated academic work.
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Here are the 5 winners and all 25 finalists of the 2024 National Book Awards
Barbara Kingsolver and Percival Everett have been announced the winners at the 75th National Book Awards, during a ceremony gala held on November 20, in New York.
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Top US universities in 2024, plus postgraduate 10-year salary
Here are the top 25 colleges in America in 2024, according to Forbes, together with their respective median postgraduate 10-year salary.
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Which countries publish the most books (infographic)
A new infographic shows top countries by region, based on the number of registered ISBNs.
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The 2024 National Book Awards finalists are announced in five categories (full list)
25 finalists of the National Book Awards 2024, have been revealed by the National Book Foundation and New York Times.
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A ranking of US states according to the number of public schools per capita
Only two states, Montana and South Dakota, have more than 30 public schools per 10,000 students.
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Here are the 12 best iPhone case covers for book lovers
In this updated overview, you’ll see gorgeous iPhone covers that will remind you of the joy of reading books anywhere, anytime.
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A cool guide to Marvel character comic book debuts (infographic)
Check out a handy visual that lists the first comic book appearances of 101 Marvel characters.
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12 best personalized gifts for librarians and library supporters
These library-themed gifts are extremely easy to personalize. All you have to do is add your own text!
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Nearly half of Americans didn’t read a book last year
46% of Americans were book-free in 2023, while 11% read 20 books or more.
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Review bombing is a growing problem on Goodreads
Goodreads makes little effort to deal with a practice known as review-bombing, in which a book is flooded with negative reviews, often from fake accounts.
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Free ebooks for Christmas: here are the top 20 downloads
Just like a year ago, we are presenting the list of ebooks that were most downloaded from Project Gutenberg in the last 30 days.
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The 50 best universities in the United States in 2024 (ranking)
Take a look at the chart that lists the best colleges based on a 19-point system including peer assessment, graduation rates, and faculty resources.
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Audiobook listening in 2023, according to Spotify
Spotify’s announcement of the introduction of audiobooks in the U.S. comes with an infographic about audiobook listening habits.
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The global audiobook market is expected to reach USD 39 billion by 2032
The audiobook market is expected to experience a remarkable surge in the coming years, as the report from Market Us shows.