Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio, Author at Study Breaks

Acclaimed Poet Lang Leav’s Only Novel, ‘Sad Girls,’ Is an Enigmatic Narrative of Struggle

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Leav's famous creativity is readily apparent, though slightly different, in her fiction debut.…

June 6, 2019

Mark Manson’s Latest Project Is ‘A Book About Hope,’ Even When Things are F*cked

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Back with another bestseller, Manson sheds light on the sheer atrocities of ... well, being a human.…

May 23, 2019

On ‘Father of the Bride,’ Vampire Weekend Makes the Eternal Feel Quotidian

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Inspired by the birth of his son, Ezra Koenig et al. explore the rhythms of life.…

May 16, 2019

It's critical to read "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" before Mark Manson's second book releases. (Image via Anxiety Erica)

3 Reasons to Read ‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck’ Before Its Sequel

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'Everything is F*cked' drops next week, which gives you just enough time.…

May 8, 2019

Cage the Elephant continues to confront prevalent societal issues in their latest album, 'Social Cues.' (Image via BC Heights)

‘Social Cues’ Is Cage the Elephant’s Most Compelling Album Yet

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Through thick and thin, the band has focused on what’s most important… creating content that sends a powerful message to the world.…

May 1, 2019

Chelsea Handler’s ‘Life Will Be the Death of Me… And You Too!’ Is a Confessionary Fever Dream

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She’s back and better than ever.…

April 24, 2019

The 5 Best TED Talks That Apply Directly to College Relationships

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College is a messy time for romance, but these talks can give you some perspective.…

April 17, 2019

7 Standout Episodes of ‘One Tree Hill,’ 7 Years after the Series Finale

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Who else wants a reboot?…

April 12, 2019

While the show itself is genius, these five episodes exceeded all expectations I had for 'HIMYM." (Image via Spotlight)

The 5 Most Memorable Episodes of ‘How I Met Your Mother’

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Five episodes, five years after the series finale.…

April 3, 2019

15 Years Later, ‘The Book of Secrets’ Is More Valuable Than Ever

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Deepak Chopra's seminal work is, and always will be, a masterpiece of humanist philosophy.…

March 27, 2019

How Netflix’s ‘Heal’ Challenges the Western View of Medicine

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Mind over matter takes on a whole new meaning.…

March 20, 2019

Solange Highlights Issues of Race, Gender and Culture in ‘When I Get Home’

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Solange is home, and she's working.…

March 13, 2019

The 5 Personal Growth Books Everyone Should Read During College

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Self-help yourself to some personal improvement this semester.…

March 8, 2019

HOMESHAKE’s Calming ‘Helium’ Blurs Meditation and Music

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The newest project from Peter Sagar is his strongest, but also his softest.…

March 1, 2019

Lang Leav’s Latest Collection Will Reinvigorate Your Passion for Words

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Some of these poems feel like a warm hug from a friend.…

February 21, 2019

"Middle Child" points out the rap industry's shortcomings, and gives the black community hope. (Illustration via Luca Bowles, Kingston University)

J. Cole’s ‘Middle Child’ Is a Syllabus for Aspiring Rappers

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The real is back, the ville is back.…

February 13, 2019

Toro y Moi's "Outer Peace" is personal, yet appealing to large audiences. (Image via Vanyaland)

Toro y Moi’s ‘Outer Peace’ Will Make You Inner Happy Dance

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It's a modern album from a modern man.…

February 7, 2019

"As One" is a huge victory for the LGBTQ+ community. (Image via Pixabay)

‘As One’ Captures the Dis- and Re-Orientation of Gender Confirmation

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Two actors, one spectacular opera.…

January 31, 2019

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