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27 Interesting Facts About William Shakespeare The Bard Probably Wouldn’t Want You To Know About

These interesting facts about William Shakespeare will change everything you thought you knew about the infamous bard.

By Laura Martisiute • May 10, 2019

27 Interesting Facts About William Shakespeare The Bard Probably Wouldn’t Want You To Know About

These interesting facts about William Shakespeare will change everything you thought you knew about the infamous bard.

By Laura Martisiute • May 10, 2019

The Heartbreaking True Story Of The Real Boy Behind Christopher Robin

The house at Pooh Corner was not a magical place for the real Christopher Robin Milne who was overshadowed by his fictional namesake.

By Mark Oliver • Jan 20, 2019

The Heartbreaking True Story Of The Real Boy Behind Christopher Robin

The house at Pooh Corner was not a magical place for the real Christopher Robin Milne who was overshadowed by his fictional namesake.

By Mark Oliver • January 20, 2019

His Name Was Popov, Dusko Popov – And He’s The Man Who Inspired 007

Though many spies have been named as the inspiration for James Bond, Dusko Popov actually knew Sir Ian Flemming and gambled with him in between his international espionage escapades.

By Wyatt Redd • Jun 13, 2018

His Name Was Popov, Dusko Popov – And He’s The Man Who Inspired 007

Though many spies have been named as the inspiration for James Bond, Dusko Popov actually knew Sir Ian Flemming and gambled with him in between his international espionage escapades.

By Wyatt Redd • June 13, 2018

15 Fictional Characters You Didn’t Know Were Based On Real People

From film to literature, these sensational fictional characters are actually more real that you would have thought.

By Katie Serena • Jan 18, 2018

15 Fictional Characters You Didn’t Know Were Based On Real People

From film to literature, these sensational fictional characters are actually more real that you would have thought.

By Katie Serena • January 18, 2018

How A Bored Reporter Thought Up One Of The Greatest Literary Hoaxes Of All Time

The idea for "Naked Came the Stranger" came from Mike McGrady's disappointment with the current state of literature in America.

By Katie Serena • Dec 15, 2017

How A Bored Reporter Thought Up One Of The Greatest Literary Hoaxes Of All Time

The idea for "Naked Came the Stranger" came from Mike McGrady's disappointment with the current state of literature in America.

By Katie Serena • December 15, 2017

Dark Disney: The Real And Horrifying Stories Behind The Classics

From Cinderella to the Little Mermaid, the origins behind your favorite secretly dark Disney movies are more shocking and violent than you could imagine.

By John Kuroski • Nov 27, 2017

Dark Disney: The Real And Horrifying Stories Behind The Classics

From Cinderella to the Little Mermaid, the origins behind your favorite secretly dark Disney movies are more shocking and violent than you could imagine.

By John Kuroski • November 27, 2017

Just How Sadistic Was The Marquis De Sade, Really?

Marquis de Sade is known as the father of written eroticism. What many don't know is that the nobleman's life was more sadistic than his work.

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 15, 2017

Just How Sadistic Was The Marquis De Sade, Really?

Marquis de Sade is known as the father of written eroticism. What many don't know is that the nobleman's life was more sadistic than his work.

By Bernadette Deron • September 15, 2017

7 Roald Dahl Facts You Should Know

These Roald Dahl facts reveal that the beloved children's author led a life shaped largely by tragedy.

By Savannah Cox • Jun 30, 2016

7 Roald Dahl Facts You Should Know

These Roald Dahl facts reveal that the beloved children's author led a life shaped largely by tragedy.

By Savannah Cox • June 30, 2016

The Boring Day Jobs Of Your Favorite Authors

A writer’s paychecks are often collected from sources completely unrelated to their writing — just ask your local liberal arts grad. Whether they work in the service industry or as desk-jockeys, many writers bide their time until they can get home and do what they really want: make art. But...

By All That's Interesting • Jun 23, 2016

The Boring Day Jobs Of Your Favorite Authors

A writer’s paychecks are often collected from sources completely unrelated to their writing — just ask your local liberal arts grad. Whether they work in the service industry or as desk-jockeys, many writers bide their time until they can get home and do what they really want: make art. But...

By All That's Interesting • June 23, 2016

21 Oscar Wilde Quotes To Add Some Wit To Your Day

Perhaps the quintessential wit of the 19th century, not a single aspect of daily life was immune from Oscar Wilde’s scrutinizing eye. In his relatively short life, the author took aim at all elements of the human condition, using humor and his rapier wit to puncture ego and bring us...

By Savannah Cox • Jun 23, 2016

21 Oscar Wilde Quotes To Add Some Wit To Your Day

Perhaps the quintessential wit of the 19th century, not a single aspect of daily life was immune from Oscar Wilde’s scrutinizing eye. In his relatively short life, the author took aim at all elements of the human condition, using humor and his rapier wit to puncture ego and bring us...

By Savannah Cox • June 23, 2016