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Book Nerds: Virginia Woolf is Not a Feminist Icon

Renowned and praised for her radical critique of the patriarchy, Virginia Woolf remains a trailblazer for feminism despite her complex history of racism and anti-semitism.…

June 7, 2024

A balding man with brown hair and beard in a black seat sits in a brown chair at a desk in front of grey-green background. He is writing intently on a crisp sheet of paper, quill in hand, inkwell before him, maroon book to his side, as be brings his story to life.

Life Lessons in Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol”

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

Or: How a stuck-up, miserly, selfish old Scrooge was taught timeless life lessons by ghosts in a classic Christmas tale.…

May 22, 2024

A writer in a black sweater with square, rimmed glasses peers over his latest manuscript, glowing with a nefarious green light. In the faded background, a puppet sits and stares at him with an enthusiastic look on its face, twisted in the disturbing tone which belies only the most horrible fantasies.

The Life and Process of R.L. Stine

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

What best-selling children's horror author R.L. Stine can teach up-and-coming writers through his professional process.…

April 22, 2024

Student laughing at college humor magazine she is reading.

Marooned Lampoons: The Abandoned Art of College Humor Magazines

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Many old universities have long-running humor magazines that, while once extremely popular, are failing to keep up with the culture.…

April 18, 2024

Illustration of a house behind bushes and a tree, by Sezi Kaya in article about memoir "In the Dream House"

‘In the Dream House’ Is an Important Memoir About LGBTQ+ Abuse

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

In her memoir, Carmen Maria Machado documents her experiences in an abusive queer relationship, telling a story that often goes untold.…

July 29, 2020

Critical fabulation can aid in BLM activism

Saidiya Hartman’s Critical Fabulation Can Help Inspire Today’s Activists

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The concept provides an artistic and powerful way to engage in social change by coaxing our imagination to connect us to the voices of the past.…

July 28, 2020

Illustration by Shelly Freund in article about Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair Features First Cover Shot by a Black Photographer

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Now more than ever, people are calling on brands to step up. The culture magazine took another step in the right direction by having Dario Calmese shoot their cover.…

July 27, 2020

Illustration by Sezi Kaya in article on BookTube

BookTube Is an Enriching YouTube Community for Book Lovers

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

With videos ranging from book reviews to bookshelf tours to group reads, this online community is more than just a virtual book club.…

July 22, 2020

In article about Roland Barthes, miscellaneous music equipment

Roland Barthes Gives the Reasoning Behind Our Personal Media Tastes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The philosopher's theories of the 'studium' and the 'punctum' explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.…

July 21, 2020

In an article about whether to finish a book you hate reading, an image of a woman clutching a book

Why You Should Stop Reading That Novel You Hate

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

There's no shame in dropping a book that you have no desire to read.…

July 21, 2020

Khalil Gibran Muhammad, author of 'The Condemnation of Blackness' speaking at an event

‘The Condemnation of Blackness’ Provides Crucial Reflections on Racist Number-Crunching

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Khalil Gibran Muhammad’s exploration of African Americans during the Progressive Era unveils the prejudice behind evidence of Black criminality.…

July 19, 2020

Image of person writing in a notebook on a table, in article about authors building a fan base

5 Creative Ways For Aspiring Authors To Build a Fan Base

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Whether you want to be a prestigious journalist or write the next bestselling fantasy novel, these tips will help you build a following.…

July 18, 2020

illustration by Veronica Chen in article about asexual and aromantic representation

Finding Asexual and Aromantic Representation in a Sex-Obsessed World

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Asexuality and aromanticism are seemingly impossible to find in mainstream pop culture, but what if we look beyond the labels?…

July 17, 2020

NY Times Crossword can help improve your mental state.

The Benefits of Doing the NY Times Daily Crossword

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Whether your goal is to cut back on wasted screen time, increase your cultural knowledge, or learn self-patience, this app is a necessity.…

July 17, 2020

Illustration by Daisy Daniels of an individual free writing

Free Writing Provides a Powerful Way To Escape Writer’s Block

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

This exercise is one of the best ways to help authors overcome feeling stuck. Following certain guidelines of the practice will ensure success.…

July 15, 2020

Recipes for different foods using an herb

Eating Herb-Based Food Is a Great Way to Enhance Your Palate

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

In her book ‘Sweet Remedies,’ herbalist and apothecary Dawn Combs spills the beans on honey-based drinks and confectionery.…

July 12, 2020

Fiction Novels about racism can illustrate inequalities Black individuals face through systemic racism

These Two Novels Show That Good Intentions Won’t Dismantle Racism

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

‘Such a Fun Age’ and ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ illustrate that just avoiding overt racism isn’t enough to combat white supremacy on a systemic level.…

July 10, 2020

‘All About Love’ by bell hooks Proves That Love Is a Timeless Weapon

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

It is more important than ever to remember the teachings of renowned Black feminist scholar as we consider empathy in our own communities.…

July 8, 2020

‘Guts’ Gives a Much-Needed Portrayal of Anxiety and Chronic Illness

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

The graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier captures the struggle of being diagnosed — and living with — a chronic illness.…

July 8, 2020

In an article about memoirs, a copy of Hope Jahren's Lab Girl

An Actress, a Scientist and an Attorney Define Success in their Memoirs

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Amy Poehler, Hope Jahren and James Comey reveal that although success seems bright and shiny from the outside, the journey there is often bumpy.…

July 7, 2020

‘White Fragility’ Is Good, but Could Impair Potential for Multiracial Class Politics

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Though Robin DiAngelo’s book clearly comes from a well-meaning place, does the book undermine the possibility for working-class solidarity across races?…

July 7, 2020

A cat entering a magic portal to another world

The Fantasy Trope of the ‘Magic Portal’ Feels Incredibly Appropriate Right Now

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

So-called ‘portal fantasy’ reveals the awe, fear and transformative power of traveling to another world — one that might be appealing in our present dystopia.…

July 3, 2020

In an article about J.K. Rowling and her transphobia, a scene from Harry Potter, The Order of the Phoenix

Why the Magical World of ‘Harry Potter’ Now Belongs to the Fans, Not J.K. Rowling

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Just because the author has revealed her transphobia doesn't mean fans have to completely abandon the the franchise. Instead, they can reclaim it.…

July 3, 2020

Rorschach of ‘Watchmen’ Is a Mirror Reflecting Our Present Moral Issues

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Alan Moore's comics explored a character's psyche that continues to resonate with contemporary politics, albeit for the wrong reasons.…

July 2, 2020

Illustration by Diana Egan in article about Chosen One tropes

Veronica Roth’s ‘Chosen Ones’ Deconstructs an Age-Old Trope

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

The 'Divergent' author's newest novel revitalizes the tired 'chosen one' trope by weaving a compelling narrative about what happens to heroes after saving the world.…

July 2, 2020

How and Why You Should Support Black-Owned Bookstores

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

They are often essential community institutions, and their continued survival during the pandemic is now more important than ever.…

July 1, 2020

In article about book West Wingers, a photo of the White House

Obama Staffers Will Renew Your Political Optimism in ‘West Wingers’

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In light of the chaos coming out of Washington D.C. today, this book is the perfect read to cure your woes.…

June 30, 2020

Illustration by Ellen Budell of two individuals participating in a Trust Exercise

‘Trust Exercise’ Takes a Worthwhile Risk With Unlikable Characters

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Susan Choi's novel defies conventional wisdom about fiction and intentionally creates characters that are hard to relate to — making a unique, compelling read in the process.…

June 30, 2020

‘How We Fight For Our Lives’ Gracefully Conveys the Human Experience

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

Saeed Jones' memoir is an honest and striking coming-of-age story about the Black queer experience and fighting to become yourself.…

June 30, 2020

Illustration by June Le of a woman in 'Little Fires Everywhere' over an upside down home

‘Little Fires Everywhere’ Shows the Harm in Microaggressions

Anna Swenson, Butler University

The Hulu miniseries uses everyday scenes to take on an all too persistent problem in the fight for racial equality.…

June 29, 2020

‘The Flatshare’ Proves Romance Can Have Emotions Beyond Falling in Love

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Beth O'Leary's debut novel, which features a very unusual living arrangement, makes the case for the genre as possessing real emotional depth.…

June 28, 2020

‘Lovely War’ Uses War and Ancient Myths To Depict 21st Century Racism

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Julie Berry mixes the gods of Ancient Greece with romance and World War I, all in a novel that portrays the violence of white supremacy. …

June 26, 2020

In an article about his book Born a Crime, an illustration by Ellen Budell

Trevor Noah Says It Best in His Memoir ‘Born a Crime’: Racism Is Stupid

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

In this memoir, the comedian uses his personal experiences in South Africa and the U.S. to outline the fundamental irrationality behind racism — and why it continues to flourish.…

June 26, 2020

Illustration by Veronica Chen, featured in an article about Harry Potter and veganism.

Is There Room for Vegans in the ‘Harry Potter’ Universe?

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Almost everything magical in the fantasy series relies on the use of animals in some shape or form. Is it even possible for a vegan to live in this world, and would they even want…

June 25, 2020

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