Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago, Author at Study Breaks

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Exclamation Marks Are Needlessly Controversial

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

It’s time for the misogynistic taboo against the mark to finally end.…

June 28, 2023

Take Control of Your Career: Advice From a College Graduate

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

When it comes to following your dreams, author Christian Cook shows that it’s never too late to change your mind.…

September 16, 2022

Jo March Is the First Fictional Lesbian

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

For the 'Little Women' protagonist, lesbianism is much more than a sexuality.…

September 12, 2022

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Writing Romance Novels Is a Feminist Act

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

The most empowering thing a woman can do is stay true to herself.…

August 31, 2022

Kindle Unlimited Book Recommendations for the Cash-Strapped Student

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Reading on a budget has never been easier!…

August 24, 2022

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The Scandal of the Season: Netflix Sues ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Creators

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Drama on drama.…

August 17, 2022

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Netflix’s Trendy Take on ‘Persuasion’ Lets Down Intended Gen-Z Audience

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

She’s a ten, but she’s nothing like the original novel.…

August 10, 2022

Maya Hawke Is More Than Just an Actress

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And she's not stopping there.…

August 3, 2022

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Lea Michele Is the New ‘Funny Girl’

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Rachel Berry is back and many people are elated — while others are a bit more apprehensive.…

July 27, 2022

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TikTok’s ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Takes the Stage

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

In anticipation of Barlow & Bear’s live performance of their musical inspired by the hit show, rewind in time to see how they went from TikTok to the Grammys.…

July 20, 2022

Reading in a Post-Roe World: ‘Red Clocks’ Book Review

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Leni Zumas’ dystopian novel warning against national abortion bans hits a little too close to home in wake of the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.…

July 12, 2022

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‘Barbie and the Diamond Castle’ Is a Film That Radiates Queerness

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Despite characters Alexa and Liana’s canonic heterosexuality, queer people still find representation in this children’s story of two best friends in love.…

July 7, 2022

Did ‘First Kill’ Really Kill It? What the Series Got Right Versus Wrong

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Since the lesbian vampire show’s release last week, audiences have mixed feelings about its success.…

June 29, 2022

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Like This Song? Try This Book! – ‘Harry’s House’ Edition

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

To prolong the experience of your favorite song from the musician's third solo studio album, give these books a try.…

June 22, 2022

Despite Praise, Netflix Original ‘Heartstopper’ Isn’t the Queer Representation We’ve Been Looking For

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Though audiences love the television adaption of the graphic novel, its supposed 'revolutionary' queer representation sacrifices WLW characters to benefit MLM relationships.…

June 15, 2022

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Aunna Beranek

Columbia College Chicago
English, Minor in Creative Writing (Fiction Concentration)

Exclamation Marks Are Needlessly Controversial

Take Control of Your Career: Advice From a College Graduate

Jo March Is the First Fictional Lesbian

Writing Romance Novels Is a Feminist Act

Kindle Unlimited Book Recommendations for the Cash-Strapped Student

The Scandal of the Season: Netflix Sues ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Creators

Netflix’s Trendy Take on ‘Persuasion’ Lets Down Intended Gen-Z Audience

Maya Hawke Is More Than Just an Actress

Lea Michele Is the New ‘Funny Girl’

TikTok’s ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Takes the Stage

Reading in a Post-Roe World: ‘Red Clocks’ Book Review

‘Barbie and the Diamond Castle’ Is a Film That Radiates Queerness

Did ‘First Kill’ Really Kill It? What the Series Got Right Versus Wrong

Like This Song? Try This Book! – ‘Harry’s House’ Edition

Despite Praise, Netflix Original ‘Heartstopper’ Isn’t the Queer Representation We’ve Been Looking For

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Columbia College Chicago English, Minor in Creative Writing (Fiction Concentration)

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English, Minor in Creative Writing (Fiction Concentration)