American literature has shaped not just the cultural landscape of the United States, but also influenced readers and writers across the globe for generations. These novels capture moments in history, ...

The No. 1 reason The Atlantic magazine wanted to overhaul the list of greatest American novels was simple, editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg said Thursday night: "To start a conversation." Challenge ...

American Girl is dedicated to racial equity, and as part of that commitment, they’re providing free books written by Black women and featuring Black heroines. According to the company’s website, the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sughnen Yongo is a Midwest writer covering Black women, pop culture. Whether their works are examining history, social justice, ...

Bruce Lisman is selling a trove of 18th and 19th-century American books and rarities. His collection offers a rare look into the foundations of American literature. As a kid growing up in Vermont, ...

Fiction by David B. Feinberg, Michael Cunningham and others. By Mark Harris Mark Harris is a T contributor who is finishing a ...

A strong sense of place can deeply influence a story, and in some cases, the location can even feel like a character itself. This week’s quiz is about American novels with settings outside the ...