Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The main character of the iconic tale ‘A Christmas Carol’ serves as an example of why kindness is more important than anything else all year round.

Amy Harris, Utah State University

The book is a classic piece of literary history, but perhaps it is best known for killing off its titular canine.

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

His work ‘The Taste of Cigarettes’ demonstrates that writing is borne of personal toil — whatever form that may take.

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Although plenty of time has passed since they were first released, literary classics have much to offer.

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Can turning classic literature into Instagram Stories actually get more young people to read them?

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Will your favorite novel be the same as America’s?

Sarah Hoenig, Texas A&M University

You probably read these classic literature novels in high school, but your adult experiences will give them a whole new meaning.