Biographer's Day is observed worldwide every May 16 to honor authors who write accounts of other people's lives. The date commemorates the introduction of English writer Samuel Johnson to Scottish lawyer and author James Boswell in 1763, which led to Boswell writing one of the greatest biographies in English, The Life of Samuel Johnson. This work significantly influenced the modern genre of biography. On this day, people celebrate by reading a biography they have never encountered before or revisiting an old favorite. It is also an opportunity for aspiring writers to practice their biography writing skills. The term "Boswell" has become synonymous with biographers who gather information through close observation, further highlighting the impact of Boswell's work on the genre.