Matthew Robison, University of South Florida

Even amidst a future, supernatural dystopia, this manga still sees hope at the heart of humanity.

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

Can HBO finally make an adaptation that will make Alan Moore proud?

Carli Moses, Union University

Stephen Chbosky is back at it with this classically structured horror novel, where a child once again convenes with the supernatural realm.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Whether she’s writing as V.E. Schwab or Victoria Schwab, her wide range of books are always worth the read.

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

This show is both educational and entertaining, if you can believe it.

Christine Bushart, Georgia State University

Just because you can consume it doesn’t mean it was made for you.

Chris Meng, Pomona College

In sharing his HIV-positive status in his new memoir, the ‘Queer Eye’ star opens up an important dialogue.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

A recent trend in popular culture may indicate a growing fear of those with too much power.

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

For four years, she was referred to as ‘Emily Doe.’ It’s time to learn who she really is.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Will Artemis be the next ‘Harry Potter’ or the next ‘Percy Jackson’?

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

This movie looks at ambition, mental health, creativity, complacency and how they all connect.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

One of America’s greatest authors led quite a remarkable life, for better or for worse.

Carli Moses, Union University

Where will our dystopian heroine find herself this time?

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

It’s a gift that keeps on giving.

Aliza Pelto, Pratt Institute

Blessed be the fruit. From Atwood to Zumas, here four feminist fiction novels that will help you to start a revolution.  

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

This generations-spanning anime and manga provides nearly endless hours of inspiring entertainment for those with the courage to take the dive.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Grant Morrison’s comic book miniseries tells the story of three cybernetic animals and their perilous journey in search of home.

Kaitlin Romriell, Southern New Hampshire University

These artists will make you laugh even on the worst days.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Because we all need to realize that having it is perfectly normal.

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

Aaron Sorkin’s adaption of the beloved Harper Lee novel tinkers with conventions of a classic American story.

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

The book reimagines ‘The Iliad’ from the perspective of the epic’s oft-ignored female characters.

Carli Moses, Union University

Where do you start with the author who offered so much insight into the black experience?

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Her spoken word is just as genius as her writing.

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

‘The Game: Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists’ can teach plenty of lessons — some more valuable than others.

Morgan Thomas, Baylor University

Simple efforts can make a big difference.

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

Gretchen McCulloch shows readers that there’s more to internet language than you think.

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

And they’re all women.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

The latest Timothy Zahn novel caps off a trilogy about the beloved ‘Star Wars’ villain.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

The Kingdom of Ravka is leaping from page to screen.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Grant Morrison’s famous run on the World’s Strangest Heroes offers fans of the show even more madness.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

Omar Lazri is taking art to new dimensions.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Other worlds are waiting for you in the literary canon.

Carli Moses, Union University

Nora Ephron was a master writer of rom-coms for the neurotic.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Appeal to more personality types and broader audiences.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Author Al Ewing has given a new, horror-infused spin on an old monster.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

This beautifully dark, lyric verse novel tells the story of Joan of Arc — a young country girl turned great leader who burned for the girls who fear the fire inside themselves.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

You’ll never look at these stories the same.

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Because we all want to at least look like we’re intelligent.

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

We keep hearing calls for equality and inclusion. Brown tells us why we need to be louder.

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

Spoiler alert: They nailed it.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

This channel is a treasure trove of knowledge on literary fiction, fantasy, writing and much, much more.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

If National Novel Writing Month proved too tough before, maybe it’s time to try this virtual writer’s retreat.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

The young adult novel by C.J. Lyons is an enticing murder mystery about defining yourself outside of your family.

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Myrland read one of the Greek philosopher’s most popular works so that you don’t have to.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Depends on who’s asking.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Elana K. Arnold’s latest young adult novel subverts the typical damsel-in-distress storyline to say something bigger.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Stay sexy and read this book.

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

Just admit it. Cheesy romances hit the spot.

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

Find a comfortable spot, because you won’t be able to put these books down.

Carli Moses, Union University

What’s better than ruling in hell or serving in heaven? This chemistry.

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

The patriarchy is trembling.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

‘Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass’ promises a chapbook composed of her signature lyricism. Is that a good thing?

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Reading has never been easier.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

HBO’s remake of the Philip Pullman trilogy will embrace the controversy at the series’s heart, rather than sidestep it.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The fantasy writer’s intricate world-building, filled with faeries and lore, has been enchanting readers for almost two decades.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

Dust off your House robes, Potterheads: There are four new Harry Potter eBooks slated for release this summer.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Everything you need to know before diving both pieces of work.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Adulting 101 for your summer reading list.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Remember reading for fun?

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

They’re not as scary as your English classes make them sound.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

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

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The graphic novel is as creative as it is captivating.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

The book was revered for its accurate portrayal of mental illness. Will the film be too?

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Olaf Stapledon’s sci-fi tale of a roving spaceman’s chronicle captures the heart of humanity’s existential fear.

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The show might be finished, but its fans aren’t.

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

Because there’s more to growing up than ‘The Catcher in the Rye.’

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

If you plan on teaching, you should plan on reading these first.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

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

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Which, as it turns out, faces most of the same boring problems as hetero love.

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

Feel free to update your TBR list accordingly.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The Boy Who Lived has something to say on those that don’t.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Some of your favorite novels are finally coming to the silver screen.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Like her previous YA novel, ‘The Poet X,’ Acevedo’s new novel is all about Latinx literary representation.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Tehlor Kay Mejia’s new novel flares with action and LGBTQ+ representation.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

As a Vietnamese immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Vuong is a unique, empathy-inspiring voice in the poetry world.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Your favorite 2004 film with a Shakespearean twist.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

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

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The horror industry is ripe for fairy tales that don’t have happy endings.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Broke, bored and can’t travel? Check out the summer romance section at your local library.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Grosso’s life lessons will definitely be useful to you, whether you’ve struggled with addiction or not.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The show is able to incorporate fantastic creatures and magic without sacrificing its sense of realism.

Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego

Her work was largely dismissed during her life, but scholars are finding it prescient today.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Nobody deserves to watch this.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

She’s back and better than ever.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Yes, there are YouTube channels made specifically for book fiends.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

What proponents have hailed as the genre’s savior is likely doing more harm than good.

Maya Butler, Baylor University

It might be her story, but it resonates with millions.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The new collection might be her strongest, but most jaded work yet.

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Her essay, ‘I Am Not Always Very Attached to Being Alive,’ has opened up a much-needed dialogue.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The poet poses a central question: What happens when everyone averts their eyes?

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Influencers for novels? Why not?

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

They screwed up Stannis, Lady Stoneheart and Tyrion, to start with.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The ‘Broken Earth’ trilogy is pushing the boundaries of what science fiction can do.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Exams make school scary, but murder makes it frightening.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Unlike its title suggests, this poetry collection lacks a voice.

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The Malawian author’s warm, invigorating work will nudge you into self-acceptance.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

The combination is rare, but it makes a lot of sense.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

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

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Who wouldn’t read poetry about a legendary female warrior?

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

Sometimes, quantity over quality isn’t such a bad thing.