At Smarts & Starts, we believe curiosity is the spark that keeps life interesting. From brainy “aha” moments to fascinating facts about how the world works, we make learning feel effortless — and a little addictive.
Our goal is simple: to feed your sense of wonder. Whether it’s understanding why time seems to speed up as you age, what your cat’s purr really means, or why some people always seem lucky, we dig into the stories that make you stop and think, “Huh… I didn’t know that!”
What You’ll Find
🧠 Mind & Behavior
Quick, engaging insights into how the brain works, why we do what we do, and the quirks that make human behavior so endlessly fascinating.
🌍 Science & The World
Explainers that turn everyday mysteries — from glowing fireflies to airplane window holes — into fun, easy-to-get science stories.
🚀 Life & Curiosity
Smart takes on the small stuff that shapes daily life: habits, moods, creativity, and those “why does this happen?” moments we all have.
Who We Are
Smarts & Starts was created for the endlessly curious — the readers who never stopped asking “why?” We’re here to remind you that being smart doesn’t have to be serious, and that every fact has a story worth exploring.
Because the best way to start any day?
With a little smarts — and a lot of curiosity.
Smarts and Starts is proud to be part of the Castaway Studios publishing network.
Castaway Studios
420 Nichols Road, 2nd Floor
Kansas City, MO 64112