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Essays, author interviews, and reading notes from the Seekquel team.
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Banned Books in 2026: What's Being Pulled and How to Read Them
All 11 books on this year's most challenged list, from Sold to A Court of Thorns and Roses: what each one is about, why it gets pulled, and how to get hold of a copy where you live.
Yes, audiobooks count as reading. The science is settled: can we stop now?
Do audiobooks count as reading? Neuroscience says listening and reading engage the same comprehension systems. Here's what the research actually found.
How Many Books Does the Average Person Read in a Year?
40% of Americans read zero books last year. See how many books the average person actually reads, and what the committed 60% finished in 2025