When you get lost in a book, you often enter a trance-like state similar to meditation and that state is deeply protective.” ...

I have always divided my reading into two general categories: day books and night books. Day books are something that require ...

Fun fact: Reading about someone else actually activates "mirror neurons," circuits in our neurological system that may cause ...

Reading is a simple yet powerful habit that boosts brain health and mental well-being. Experts say it reduces stress, ...

If you grew up in the pre-internet era in a region where inclement weather during the winter months was the norm like I did, in a one TV household like I did, perhaps reading for pleasure became a ...

Have you ever stopped to think about how something as simple as reading could shape the course of your life? It’s not just about escaping into a good story or learning new facts—reading has a profound ...

IN an era dominated by digital media and rapidly advancing technology, reading printed books is increasingly viewed as a ...

We recently gave a talk about this topic for the British Neuroscience Association, in association with The Queen's Reading Room. We would like to thank the Queen’s Reading Room CEO, Vicki Perrin for ...

As a paediatrician, I regularly advise parents on sleep routines, nutrition and vaccines. But one of the most important — and sometimes unexpected — recommendations I make is to read aloud to children ...