Today in Literature

Provides daily literary facts and information on authors. The site's daily calendar of events is available to libraries, universities and other institutions for a small license fee. Visitors to the site can see a sample of literature stories to see if the site's subscription service is for them.

http://www.todayinliterature.com/

Timeless Myths

Provides comprehensive information about Classical, Celtic, and Norse mythology, as well as the Arthurian Legends. Also provides background materials about life and culture at the time of the mythologies.

http://www.timelessmyths.com/

The Peter McWilliams Homepage

Books and political beliefs of Peter McWilliams, an American activist and author. There are books written about love, emotional survival, depression, meditation, personal computers, and personal freedom. The site provides all of McWilliams books online for free, as well as a biography of him. The site can also be easily searched so that you can find the information you want in a timely fashion.

http://www.mcwilliams.com/

Contemporary Poetry Review

An American magazine that promotes and publishes all kinds of poetic works. The website provides access to the Review’s latest issue as well as book recommendations. Access to back issues is available on a subscription basis. The site's E-Verse Radio lets you listen to poetry being read and discussed on the site.

https://www.cprw.com/

The Literature Network

An online literature resource that includes information on authors, books, poems and short stories. Read the biography of your favorite author such as William Shakespeare, Emily Bronte, Aristotle, William Butler Yeats and Mark Twain. The site includes a forum, searchable bible and Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations.

http://www.online-literature.com/

LitQuotes.com

LitQuotes provides quotes from a variety of literary works. You can search for quotes by subject, title and author, or you may be interested in choosing the random quote feature. There is also an online gift store where you will find cards, clothing and gift items.

http://www.litquotes.com/

Short-Stories.co.uk

A British literary website that publishes a variety of short stories including crime, horror, humour and other genres. The site has a special section for teachers looking for stories to use in the classroom. There are also a number of word games to keep you amused.

http://www.short-stories.co.uk/

Aaron Shepard

The official website of Aaron Shepard has information on the stories, scripts, books and other things created by this children's author. The site has extra content to supplement Shepard’s books. You can also find information on book publishing and print on demand services.

http://aaronshep.com/

BookBlog.net

BookBlog provides reviews and other information on books and literary affairs. Organized as a sort of virtual book club, the style of writing on the site is casual and engaging. New books are discussed on a monthly basis with volunteers moderating the discussion.

http://bookblog.net/

Complete Review

A book review website and literary saloon. If you are looking for a good book to read, then consult the website’s "The Best" section for recommendations. You can also find an index that lists the books reviewed by this site.

http://complete-review.com/

Favorite Poem Project

A website where Americans can share recordings of themselves saying their favorite poems. The site is a partnership between Boston University, the Library of Congress and other organizations. You can also purchase books and DVDs to help you experience poetry at your convenience.

http://www.favoritepoem.org/

Victorian Web

The Victorian Web is a history information website that provides an introduction to this fascinating period of nineteenth century British history. You can find articles on social history, political history, reviews of books on Victorian subjects and more through here.

http://www.victorianweb.org

Ansel Adams Gallery

The Gallery is dedicated the works of American author, photographer and conservationist Ansel Adams. Collectors can find original prints, while the Gallery also provides calendars, posters and other kinds of reproductions for order. A short biography of Adams can also be found here.

http://www.anseladams.com/

Alan Harris

This website is dedicated to the literary works of American author Alan Harris. Harris is a published poet and former computer analyst and website designer. Many of his poems on different topics such as love, Christmas, essays and short stories can be read for free on this website. There are also recordings of some of his works read aloud.

http://www.alharris.com/

The W.H.Auden Society

Dedicated to the study, research and celebration of W.H. Auden, one of the world's major poets in English. The Society's webpage has a comprehensive guide to his works, a regularly issued newsletter and announcements of Auden readings.

http://www.audensociety.org/

The Henry Miller Library

Dedicated to the works and achievements of American writer Henry Miller. The site has listings of Miller related workshops and films as well as a radio program. The site also has directions on how to get to The Henry Miller Library located in Big Sur, California.

http://www.henrymiller.org/

The Literary Encyclopedia

An online publication written by 150 literary specialists. The site has profiles of important authors and their works, and timelines to help readers understand the historical context of a given writer. The site also has a glossary of literary terms. Members have full access to all articles and profiles.

http://www.litencyc.com/

National Book Foundation

An American organization that recognizes excellence in American literature. The Foundation's literary awards showcase some of America's most interesting writers. The site also has information on the 5 Under 35 Awards which recognizes young writers.

http://www.nationalbook.org/

The Modern World

A literary website with articles and other information about literature. The site includes a number of interesting interviews with authors and reviews of recent books. You can find information on experimental 20th century writers on this site.

http://www.themodernword.com/

Bookslut.com

An online magazine that offers book reviews, interviews with authors and other quality articles on the literary scene. The site has reviews of current fiction and poetry. You can also access previous issues of the Bookslut. Advertisers can also find out about placing ads on the site.

http://bookslut.com/

Collected Miscellany

Collected Miscellany is a book blog maintained by Keven Holtsberry. The site has book reviews, reflections on the literary world and interviews with authors. You can also find an extensive list of links to other blogs and websites concerned with books.

http://collectedmiscellany.com/

Poetry Daily

Poetry Daily is dedicated to increasing access to and awareness of contemporary poetry. A new poem is selected and featured every day, and the website also regularly spotlights different poets and journals. You can also find links to relevant articles and book reviews and browse the archive of poems and prose essays.

http://www.poems.com

American Comparative Literature Association

The American Comparative Literature Association is an American academic organization for those interested in studying and researching literature. The site has information on the organization's board and records of its past meetings. You can also find details on the association's prizes such as the A. Owen Aldridge award.

http://www.acla.org/

Poets.org

Poets.org is one of the projects of the American Academy of Poets, which aims to support poetic careers at every stage. The website offers tips on writing and publishing poetry, as well as a Poetry Map identifying events and organizations across the United States. You can also find biographies of many important poets and examples of their work, resources for teachers, and suggestions for poems for significant occasions.

http://www.poets.org

Arts & Letters Daily

Arts & Letters Daily is a news aggregator provided by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The site has three main sections: articles of note, new books, essays and opinion. The site collects the best in English-language articles from around the world. You can also find links to a wide variety of newspapers, magazines and other interesting publications.

http://www.aldaily.com/

Reading Group Guides

Reading Group Guides is a community website for those who enjoy reading books in groups. The site has special sections for the interests of booksellers and librarians as well as though who administer clubs. Authors can also find out how to get their books read by book clubs.

http://www.readinggroupguides.com

Arts and Letters Daily

Arts and Letters Daily, a service of the Chronicle of Higher Education, is a website that provides you with some of the Web's most interesting articles and book review. The site is updated with new and interesting links six times a week. You can also find links to a variety of English language publications of quality around the world here.

http://www.aldaily.com

National Steinbeck Center

The Center has information on John Steinbeck, one of America's most famous writers. You can find information on Steinbeck exhibits and events, including the annual Steinbeck festival. You can also read a biography of Steinbeck to familiarize yourself with his accomplishments.

http://www.steinbeck.org/

Online Medieval and Classical Library

The Online Medieval and Classical Library is an educational website that helps you learn about these periods in history. You can search for works by author, title, genre and language. The site also has an online store where you can buy merchandise (t-shirts etc) relating to these eras.

http://omacl.org