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The Well-Read Life

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How You Can Learn a Language You Never Thought You’d Speak

If you ask people, “Do you speak another language?,” as I’ve done hundreds of times, you’ll get some interesting answers....

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Would You Share Your Reading Tips with Me?

Dear Readers, I’m seeking input for the second edition of The Little Guide to Your Well-Read Life and would be...

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Our New Acoustical Powers

Suddenly, we have new powers for controlling our personal acoustic environments. (In other words: quiet!)   Because our goal at...

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How Unplugging Boosts Creativity

Living in a digital-first world comes with its share of perks: instant access to information, effortless communication, and constant connection....

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A Very Special Thank You To Our Customers

Dear Friends,   For 38 years, Levenger has stood for something more than just pens and paper. We’ve stood for...

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Marilyn Monroe Collection by Levenger

In June 2026, Marilyn Monroe would have turned 100. Nearly a century after her birth and more than 60 years...

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Thoughtful, Timeless Gifts for Father’s Day

Celebrate Dad with personalized tools he’ll truly use—and always remember. When it comes to Father’s Day, the most memorable gifts are...

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Chinese Products in America: “Rip-off” or Blessing?

President Trump has explained that punitive tariffs on Chinese goods are necessary because China has been “ripping us off.” I...

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The Levenger Women’s History Month Salute

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the power and influence of women, past and present, in society...

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Advancing Obsolete Technology Since 1987

A few weeks ago a headline in The Wall Street Journal caught my eye: “Vinyl Outsells CDs for the First Time...

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The Time-at-Home Book Bonus 

Today, in our unplanned time at home, we have more options than my father did. While many of us work...

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