Maria Popova

The innate biases that cause us to adjust our perceptions and memories toward the positive give us unique advantages. More »

A peek at where the magic happens More »

Why we love dogs, even though "dog culture" is annoying and it sucks when they die More »

A progressive-for-its-time, illustrated guide to sex and sexuality. More »

A guide from German opera legend Lilli Lehmann More »

The 'Heart of Darkness' author believed the purpose of art was to awaken a feeling of solidarity that would bind people together. More »

A new book offers a glimpse of the Muppeteer's early drafts of his now-beloved characters. More »

In a stirring letter, she asks for understanding as she helps her oldest friend feel "comfortable & comforted & safe & important." More »

Lessons from the greats on how to focus energy, manage time, and maximize creativity More »

Canned mushrooms, but fresh peas -- truly, we never knew you at all. More »

Three. Not four. So be careful. More »

Why and how to cultivate walkable cities More »

A literature-inspired cookbook reveals how some beloved poets nourished their creativity. More »

All authors, according to Wallace, are at some point slaves to "an overwhelming need to be liked." More »

Just in case you were wondering what the 'Slaughterhouse Five' author did with his days. More »

And other excellent questions from kids, answered by great minds More »

The writer of 'The Quick and the Dead' says a good author should be able to startle a reader to life. More »

For 200 years, pop culture has been transfixed by the notion of an obliterated New York City. More »

These new ideas caused radical transformations in the art world. More »

How a British admiral shaped the language More »