With Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey bringing Homer’s epic back into the cultural spotlight, now is an ideal moment to revisit the enduring power of Greek and Roman mythology, literature, and history. For university readers, these stories are more than ancient entertainment— they are foundational texts for understanding narrative, philosophy, politics, empire, and identity. Whether students

Our September picks for Higher Education feature a range of fiction and nonfiction curated to resonate with college students, professors, and lifelong learners. These selections are ideal for seminar discussions and independent exploration. For the complete list of September 2026 Higher Education Picks, click here. In case you missed them, check out these recent higher

The International Day of Friendship is celebrated annually on July 30th and upholds “the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.” (Source: UN.org) Below is a selection of titles about friendship, each exploring themes well suited for higher education curricula and meaningful for general

Our August picks for Higher Education feature a range of fiction and nonfiction curated to resonate with college students, professors, and lifelong learners. These selections are ideal for seminar discussions and independent exploration. For the complete list of August 2026 Higher Education Picks, click here. In case you missed them, check out our July higher

International Moon Day is celebrated annually on July 20th, which commemorates the anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969 when humans first walked on the moon. We’ve curated a collection of astronomy and astrophysics titles that are perfect for higher education readers and all lifelong learners. Check out a few of our picks below

In 2025, the UN formally designated July 12 as the International Day of Hope, dedicated to recognizing hope as a force for individual well-being, community resilience, and collective progress.  The International Day of Hope is an opportunity to reflect on global challenges such as mental health, climate anxiety, conflict, inequality, and social division. Across these

Our July picks for Higher Education feature a range of fiction and nonfiction curated to resonate with college students, professors, and lifelong learners. These selections are ideal for seminar discussions and independent exploration. For the complete list of July 2026 Higher Education Picks, click here. In case you missed them, check out our June higher

The International Day of Yoga is celebrated annually on June 21st, and the theme for 2026 is “Yoga for Healthy Aging”. Check out these feautured higher education titles on yoga below! For the full higher education yoga collection, click here.

World Oceans Day, celebrated annually on June 8th, highlights the importance of our oceans and raises awareness of environmental issues such as marine conservation and climate change. Check out our higher education oceanography and marine biology picks below! For the full collection, click HERE  

Our June picks for Higher Education feature a range of fiction and nonfiction curated to resonate with college students, professors, and lifelong learners. These selections are ideal for seminar discussions and independent exploration. For the complete list of June 2026 Higher Education Picks, click here. In case you missed them, check out our May higher

The International Day for Biological Diversity is a UN-sanctioned day celebrated on May 22nd that aims to raise awareness on the importance of biodiversity and the need to protect against species loss. “First coined by Walter G. Rosen in 1985, biological diversity—or biodiversity, as it is more commonly called—is defined as the “variety of life

Observed each year on May 21st, the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development emphasizes the wealth of global cultures and the crucial role of intercultural dialogue in fostering peace and sustainable development. To honor this day, we’ve curated a collection of titles showcasing a variety of cultures and backgrounds in fiction and