Children's books aren't always as innocent as they seem — many blend whimsical tales with dark, unsettling themes, subtly teaching kids about the harsh realities of life through eerie adventures and tragic consequences.
Many of the everyday phrases we casually toss around—from “break the ice” to “wild-goose chase”—were first penned by Shakespeare, proving the Bard’s wit is still woven into our daily conversations.
These are the books we all nod about in conversations but secretly abandon somewhere between page 17 and a nap.
Hans Christian Andersen’s stories shaped our childhoods with their mix of magic, heartbreak, and unexpected life lessons.
A treasure trove of forgotten childhood classics, these out-of-print books once captured young imaginations with their magic, mystery, and adventure—only to quietly vanish from shelves, waiting to be rediscovered.
February 7th has witnessed everything from the birth of iconic figures to pivotal moments that shaped the world.