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The Politics of Fantasy Novels Are Important

These books can create any world that they want — so why do so many go out of their way to recreate the same problematic assumptions found in the real world?…

August 7, 2021

An article about gatekeeping that references Brockhampton.

Thanks to TikTok, There’s No Such Thing as Gatekeeping

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

The addicting app has boosted the popularity of previously unpopularized movies, music and books, but is it for the better?…

August 6, 2021

Illustration of the world with the olympic flag over it, ripped in half.

The Modern Olympics Divides the World Instead of Uniting It

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

The games that we all know and love is supposed to be a neutral ground, but there is a lot of tension among competitors this year.…

August 5, 2021

Photograph of the bottom of books lined up in a row

GoodReads Lackluster Interface Is Pushing Readers to New Book Sites

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

The beloved website continues to provide its users with great potential but it is seriously weighed down by a long list of issues.…

August 3, 2021

Illustration of a helmet, constellation, and wolf depicting the covers of three hyped BookTok books

BookTok Breakdown: An Honest Review of TikTok’s Favorite Reads

Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

Are the book recommendations on the app any good? Or is everything overhyped?…

August 3, 2021

BookTube is Creating an Unhealthy Environment for Its Creators

BookTube Turns Reading Into an Unhealthy Job for Creators

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The community of book lovers has become more focused on consumerism and less about the pure love of literature.…

August 3, 2021

In an article about villains in media, Harley Queen stands with her back to the viewer, watching a city burn.

Harley Quinn, the Joker, and Loki: Why We Love Villains

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

With the success of movies like 'Joker,' series like 'Loki,' and characters like Harley Quinn, we've got to ask — what is it about villains that is so endearing to audiences?…

August 3, 2021

In an article about his album Love and Lies, Anthony Ramos

Anthony Ramos Reaffirms His Storytelling Abilities With ‘Love and Lies’

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

The Brooklyn-based performer first showed his narrative power in 'The Good and the Bad,' and his most recent album is no different.…

August 2, 2021

Study With Me Videos Have Taken Over the Study Web

Study Breaks Staff

Popular among university and high school students alike, the trend promotes productivity while also soothing its audience.…

August 1, 2021

Ouran High School Host Club, a reverse harem anime.

Is the Reverse Harem Trope a Hopelessly Outdated Thing of the Past?

Karen Lu, Yale University

Can the genre function as a way to empower female readers and viewers, or is it doomed to merely satisfy a power fantasy?…

July 31, 2021

In an article about Pretty Little Liars, five woman stand holding hands and touching shoulders in a garden.

Do We Need Another ‘Pretty Little Liars’? (Spoiler Alert: No)

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

There's a reboot of this iconic teen drama in the works, and although we don't know much about it as of right now, what little information we do have doesn't bode well.…

July 28, 2021

Young Adults Look To Shape Finance With Rapid Adoption of Cryptocurrency

Daniel Reed

Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the world of money.…

July 28, 2021

Surrealism is the Result of Imagination Preserved into Adulthood

Surrealism in Art and Literature Proves That the Movement Isn’t Dead

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The 20th century art form places an emphasis on the unconscious and highlights the creativity of adults armed with imagination.…

July 27, 2021

Illustrations of headphones on top of a graphic novel with a phone showing an audiobook.

Graphic Novels Can Reshape Our Notion of What Constitutes ‘Reading’

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

It’s time for society to drop the idea that stories told with words and artwork are lesser than their more traditional counterparts.…

July 26, 2021

Main character syndrome is illustrated by a spotlighted book with blank pages in the place of a movie theater screen, suspended in front of an audience.

Main Character Syndrome and the Beauty of ‘Performance’

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

The popular idea that we are all writing our own stories may seem self-centered, but it can inspire us all to act gracefully.…

July 25, 2021

‘Severance’: How We Spend Our Days Is How We Spend Our Lives

Study Breaks Staff

Ling Ma's 2018 novel about a deadly pandemic parallels and almost predicts our own situation more closely than we realize.…

July 24, 2021

An illustration of Black performers of Summer of Soul

Questlove’s ‘Summer of Soul’ Is a Vibrant Portrayal of a Forgotten History

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

After being neglected for more than 50 years, unearthed footage from the Harlem Cultural Festival demonstrates the importance of honoring the music of Black artists.…

July 22, 2021

in an article about student-athletes, the beginning of a football game

NIL Deals Are Saving Student Athletes From Shady College Athletics

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The recent but long overdue modernization of the NCAA’s name, image and likeness rules finally allows college athletes to profit from their success.…

July 22, 2021

‘How It Feels to Float’ Is the Young Adult Novel That Teens Need Right Now

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

Helena Fox's debut tackles tough topics such as grief and mental health with immense grace and empathy.…

July 20, 2021

Are Gucci’s Best Days Behind It, or Will It Retain Its Cultural Dominance?

Jael Davis, DePaul University

The brand has been hobbled by decades of scandals, mismanagement and most recently, COVID-19. Is it in a temporary lull, or is its fate sealed?…

July 19, 2021

Writers and Lovers deals with creativity, love and grief.

‘Writers & Lovers’ by Lily King Is a Hopeful Portrait of the Starving Artist

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The author's realistic fiction novel captures how easy it is to give up on lifelong dreams, among other conundrums that are all too familiar to writers.…

July 19, 2021

‘The Bright Sessions’ Creator Lauren Shippen Is Expanding the Story

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

What started as a low-budget audio series is now developing into an entire world of young adult novels and spin-off shows.…

July 19, 2021

The World of Thomas Kinkade, America’s Most Loved and Most Hated Painter

Karen Lu, Yale University

Famous for his mass-produced, idyllic natural landscapes, the American artist is more controversial than many would expect.…

July 17, 2021

Illustration of Aragorn from "Lord of the Rings" holding a sword

Will the New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Prequels Live Up to Their Predecessors?

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Prime Video hopes to incorporate elements of HBO’s hit 'Game of Thrones,' such as sex and violence, into its LOTR prequel series, but risks doing a disservice to its source material in the process.…

July 15, 2021

In an article about the Bermuda Triangle, a glowing red triangle floats over a dark and dreary ocean.

Okay, Seriously, What’s Up With The Bermuda Triangle?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Vanishing ships, missing planes full of passengers, hurricanes, aliens, and the lost city of Atlantis — can the science of today explain one of the ocean's most mysterious histories?…

July 14, 2021

Photo of One Last Stop, a book famous on BookTok.

Lesbophobic Comments on BookTok Prompted a Swift Response — and Some Great Book Recommendations

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

After lesbophobic BookTokers made their prejudices known, lesbians and allies alike came together to share their love of sapphic romance novels.…

July 13, 2021

Am I Telling TikTok What I Find Interesting or Is It Telling Me?

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

The algorithm of the popular social media app makes scrolling through content even more addicting as users continue engaging with videos they find funny or enjoyable.…

July 12, 2021

A group of friends around a campfire — the perfect place to read Tolkien

Why You Should Read J.R.R. Tolkien Next Time You Go Camping

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The rich environmental imagery featured in 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' make them the perfect novels to read outside.…

July 11, 2021

Best Paying Jobs for Students in Canada

Daniel Reed

Earn a little extra money as an international student with the best paying jobs for students in Canada.…

July 11, 2021

In an article about the enemies-to-lovers trope, a screenshot of Catra and Adora from She-Ra and the Princess of Power

Is the Enemies-to-Lovers Trope Harmful to Inexperienced Adolescents?

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

Although the popular romance trope has been around for a while, many are concerned that the line between reality and fantasy is becoming too blurred for young adults.…

July 7, 2021

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