The Lost Art of Food Writing
A.J. Liebling and M.F.K. Fisher’s essays illustrate that the overlooked genre is the best thing since sliced bread.…
What Happened to Comic Books?
In the age of the internet, manga has enjoyed greater success and popularity than other mediums.…
Four Chicago Bookstores for Four Personalities
Don’t overlook the thriving bookstore scene in Chicago.…
The 2023 Once Upon a Book Club Reading Challenge
There are so many reading options out there. Luckily, there’s an easy fix to this—reading challenges.…
Virginia Woolf’s ‘A Room of One’s Own’ Is as Relevant Today as it Was in the 1920s
Though this novel was published almost a hundred years ago, its argument is still applicable today: creatives are not given the resources they need to thrive.…
Contemporary Novels by Nigerian Authors That Belong on Your 2023 TBR List
These works of literature are must-reads for anyone who resolved to read more books this year.…
Reading About Reading Teaches Readers About Loving
Italo Calvino’s metafictional novel 'If on a Winter’s Night a Traveler' finds a powerful and complex connection between relationships and storytelling.…
The Best Way To Get Into Shakespeare (Outside of English Class)
Despite what your high school English teacher may say, reading the works of the Bard isn't the only way to enjoy his plays.…
‘Lady Chatterley’s Lover’ Delivers Scandalous Period-Piece Drama
Netflix's recent adaptation of the classic, controversial novel brings its emotional message and subversive story to a new audience.…
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‘The Alchemist’ Offers Messages More Relevant Now Than Ever
In an age when books are undervalued, it's time to take another look at this modern classic.…
Local News has an Important Future
Even as the world turns to online information as a guide, smaller journalism has something more to offer.…
It’s Time To Redefine Classic Literature
The literary 'canon' is dominated by dead white men. It's time to change that.…
‘Lolita’: One of Fiction’s Most Controversial Stories
The Russian novel continues to be a divisive staple of our pop culture.…
James Baldwin’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’ Is a Must-Read for Young Adults
This classic novel interweaves the ambivalence of sexuality and the intricacies of love in a way that remains relevant to readers today. …
Publishing 101: How To Submit Creative Writing for Publication
Finding a home for your work can be hard, but it isn't impossible. …
NaNoWriMo Is An Exciting Writing Challenge
November has long been celebrated as National Novel Writing Month, a time when aspiring authors try to write 50,000 words of a novel.…
Book to Movie Adaptations Coming in 2023
When sales for a book go through the roof, it is almost inevitable that there will be a screen adaption in the future.…
Sofia Coppola’s Adaptation of “Elvis and Me” Deserves Fans’ Trust
The upcoming film based on Priscilla Presley's memoir will present the famous singer from yet another perspective.…
Fictional Characters We All Wanted Together
Sometimes two people belong together but are kept apart by the hands of their creators. These are some duos we wish made it through.…
2 Novels About Young Muslims To Read This Fall
Whether you want to learn more about this community or just need a distraction from school, these books will both entertain and enlighten you.…
The Rise of Book Bans and the Fall of Uncensored Education
As schools and governments continue to limit what texts students can read, the dystopian worlds of 'Fahrenheit 451' and '1984' may be closer than we think.…
Unpacking the Painful, but Admirable Story of ‘A Little Life’
With the 2015 novel's recent resurgence, it's worth talking about its emotionally charged narrative.…
What To Know Before Applying to MFA in Creative Writing Programs
A master's degree may actually complicate your relationship with writing.…
We Don’t Need Another ‘Peter Pan’ Remake
Disney has been milking the live-action remakes, but some classics should be left in the past.…
3 Campus Novels To Read To Get You Back in the College Mood
Although fiction set in college environments often means to critique academic institutions, these books can still be great comfort reads.…
Playing With Prose: ‘House of Leaves’ Shows the Value of Experimental Literature
The unconventional cult classic proves some stories can only be presented through the page.…
‘She-Hulk’ Exposes the MCU’s Difficulty With Using Villains to Their Full Potential
The Disney+ series reveals an underlying issue with the cinematic universe's treatment of its antagonists — they are killed off much too quickly.…
The ‘Howcatchem’ Puts a Spin on the Typical Detective Story
Most people are familiar with the 'whodunit,' but what happens when the audience is introduced to the culprit before the investigation gets started?…
‘Lost in Yonkers’ Depicts the Heartache of Intergenerational Trauma
The play-turned-film offers an authentic example of what happens when pain is passed down through generations.…
‘Ikigai’ Is the Japanese Secret to a Happy and Full Life
In a relatively recent self-help book, Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles’ describe a particular mindset that can offer people a sense of peace.…
‘101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think’ Is a Must-Read
The self-help book by Brianna Wiest inspires you get out of your head and live the life you've always dreamed of.…
Take Control of Your Career: Advice From a College Graduate
When it comes to following your dreams, author Christian Cook shows that it’s never too late to change your mind.…
Don’t Dismiss Social Media Book Accounts
Bookstagram and BookTok have flooded brick-and-mortar bookshops with a new wave of literature lovers.…
