September 20, 2018

September is National Literacy Month. As a member of the Melville House team (and a former English teacher), I adore reading and standby literacy as a form of freedom. Of course you… Read more »

Reading

Footballer Marcus Rashford's mum accepts Book of the Year award on his behalf — Tom Clayton
East London charity celebrates 7000th book bike delivery — Tom Clayton
Oxford University Press pull Biff & Chip book over "scary" country pages — Tom Clayton
The Big Jubilee Read: 70 books are selected to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 70 year reign — Nikki Griffiths

In the aftermath of India’s historic ruling on gay sex, organizers plan first-ever Queer Literature Festival in Uttar Pradesh

Simon Reichley

On Thursday, September 6th, the Supreme Court of India unanimously declared unconstitutional that the country’s 150 year old ban on consensual gay sex. It was a momentous decision, one which… Read more »

Reading yields major health benefits

Stephanie Valente

Reading kicks ass. Books are a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. An epic story can seemingly transport you to another time, place, and mindset. In short,… Read more »

Melville House Books

Do more than just read for National Literacy Month

Stephanie Valente

In the aftermath of India’s historic ruling on gay sex, organizers plan first-ever Queer Literature Festival in Uttar Pradesh

Simon Reichley

Reading yields major health benefits

Stephanie Valente