Canadian writer Louise Penny poses during a portrait session. She is the author of a hugely successful series of mysteries perfect for winter reading. When the weather outside turns frightful, there’s ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. It's December, which means there's no better activity than curling up by a ...

Reading aloud to students during class time may sound like a simple, almost quaint, endeavor, as if from a bygone era. But literacy experts insist that it’s every bit as relevant now as ever, and they ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It's December, which means there's no better activity then curling up by a fire (or a virtual fireplace) ...