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In an article about spirituality in 'Life of Pi, an image depicts a young boy standing on the edge of a boat. He wears white flowy pants and a white scarf over his head. A tiger roars in the seat of the boat. A backdrop of fluffy white clouds is atop a mellow blue ocean.

‘Life of Pi’: Into the Realm of Spirituality

Anoushka Panganamamula, The Ohio State University

An analysis of the meaning and intention behind the film and novel ‘Life of Pi’ as well as spirituality at its core.…

August 8, 2023

An illustration featuring a couple that represents a popular book genre, Black romance.

Black Romances You Should Read Right Now

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

From historical fiction to tragedies to magic and mysteries, Black romance provides escapism when you need a break.…

July 7, 2023

A stack of books, with fresh tropes ready to be read

Writing Tropes We Need More Of

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Tired of seeing the same old story? Try exploring some of these books that feature fresh ideas and bold new takes.…

November 23, 2022

A picture shows social media book accounts on a phone alongside a book and bookmark

Don’t Dismiss Social Media Book Accounts

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Bookstagram and BookTok have flooded brick-and-mortar bookshops with a new wave of literature lovers.…

September 16, 2022

In an article about Jennette McCurdy's memoir, an illustration of her and her on-screen character behind her.

In ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died,’ Jennette McCurdy Shows the Dark Side of Child Stardom

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

In her memoir, the actor gives us an inside look at her baffling experience as a child star while enduring a complicated relationship with her mom.…

August 23, 2022

An illustration for an article about book bans.

Book Bans Are Hurting America

Virginia Beall, Elon University

The U.S. is supposedly built on a platform of free speech, but some Americans want to promote censorship.…

July 4, 2022

An illustration of Orion Carloto taking a picture for an article on her new book "Film For Her."

Orion Carloto’s ‘Film for Her’ Expresses Her Heritage and Feelings on Coming of Age

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The poet and photographer has grown since the publication of her last book.…

November 28, 2020

‘The Meaning of Mariah Carey’ Redefines the Superstar

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

The R&B icon's memoir is a story chronicled by a woman who has known brokenness and imprisonment, but has found her light at the end of the tunnel.…

October 21, 2020

Illustration by Sezi Kaya of Little Weirds

Jenny Slate Encourages Readers to Appreciate the Mundane in ‘Little Weirds’

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

In her 2019 book, the comedian beautifully articulates a fascination with the ordinary, which just might be the key to true happiness, especially during the pandemic.…

September 19, 2020

Emma Lord’s Debut Novel, ‘Tweet Cute,’ Is the Perfect Gen-Z Romance

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

The book is full of social media, insane baked goods and a love story you can’t help but root for.…

August 24, 2020

The cover of 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes'

‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Challenges Readerly Expectations

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

At first glance, 'The Hunger Games' prequel has flat characters and a dull Hunger Games. However, is Suzanne Collins just challenging readers to reflect on how they view violence in entertainment?…

June 18, 2020

Cover for Megan Thompson's article on comparing between "You" the book vs the netflix show

Reading Caroline Kepnes’ ‘You,’ I Found Myself Closer to Joe Than Ever Before

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

The original novel behind the Netflix series leaves fans intrigued and captivated by the modern-day Ted Bundy.…

January 19, 2020

‘The Language of Fire’: A Beautifully Dark Novel

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.…

July 15, 2019

Why Short Stories Are the Perfect Genre for Summer Reading

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Plus three collections to start with.…

June 14, 2018

3 Reasons Why Aspiring Writers Shouldn’t Self-Publish

Angela Herbst, Lakeland University

Publishing through proper channels might save you a lot of grief now and many troubles in the future.…

December 27, 2017

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