When I began teaching literature, I assumed my students would love the texts I held dear. However, my first term quickly disproved me of that notion. I discovered that many students believed reading ...

I taught a writing workshop last week at which a student asked if I knew how to avoid appropriating the experiences of others while writing fiction. It’s a good question that comes up often and ...

Non-profit group Heartland Literature started a reading mentorship initiative in 2024, part of a growing effort to expand access to books for underserved communities. The National Library Board (NLB) ...