Enchanting Pages
& Literary Stages

Whether you’re reading to yourself, outloud to others, or someone’s reading to you, there’s nothing quite like embarking on an adventure within the pages of a book. In the world of books, you can become anyone and go anywhere. You can feel the rush of a dragon's wings, taste the sweetness of a forbidden kiss, and explore the depths of human emotion through the eyes of complex characters. Whether you're flipping through the pages of an epic fantasy, a gripping mystery, or a heartwarming romance, reading offers an escape from the everyday and a chance to live countless lives through the stories of others.

But it's not just about escape; it's about enlightenment. Reading broadens your horizons, deepens your empathy, and sharpens your intellect. And, of course, there’s nothing quite as nice as curling up with a good book on a rainy day.

So next time you’re looking for something to do, crack open a book and see where the story takes you!

What are your favorite reading memories?

Funnies. Flickr Commons (1936)

Reading Room. Library of Congress (1943)

River read. Florida Memory (1948)

Family time. Flickr (1943)

Park read. Library of Congress (1959)

Toni Morrison reads. Flickr Commons (1980s)