My blog, Web Journey has a right and left column, both black. Does that make the content harder to read? Should I consider changing the left column to white?
Too much contrast IMO. Something other than white for the center section may work. Naybe a soft grey.
Colors are not my strong point but try #B5BABE and go lighter or darker as you see fit. If you don't have PS or other editor find a color you like and post or PM a link. I will will read it for you.