“We will not have failure – only success and new learning.”

Celebrated in the Northern Hemisphere on 1 May, between the Spring Equinox and Summer Solstice (or 1 November in the Southern Hemisphere), Beltane signifies the beginning of summer to many people, religious, and spiritual groups. Bonfires, one of the most crucial components of the festivities, bring health, good luck, and cleansing. A summary does the beauty of this time of new growth no justice, so I urge you to visit the Wikipedia page on Beltane, or the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids to learn more.

Potentially the most well-known playwright, author and creator of all time, William Shakespeare celebrated not only his birth on 23 April (1564), but also his death (1616). From his works most known, to pieces and snippets from the depths of his psyche, William Shakespeare continues to influence creatives of all ages around the world. Read all about him on his Wikipedia page.

An international day formed by UNESCO in 2021, today, 23 April 2025, is a day to globally celebrate books, authors, and the impact they leave on us. Every year a World Book Capital is selected, and for the 2025 World Book Day, UNESCO chose Rio de Janerio. To learn more about World Book Day, visit the UNESCO official website, or its Wikipedia page.

Published on 10 April 1925 by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby is an extraordinary piece, one of which many readers have humble opinions on. This masterful classic is celebrating its 100th birthday today, 10 April 2025. Learn more about The Great Gatsby and its history over on Wikipedia.