Divergent

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Does Every Book Need a Film or TV Adaptation?

It seems whenever a novel becomes popular, it gets adapted for the screen. Is this really necessary?…

June 11, 2022

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5 Cliched Story Plots to Avoid

As November marks the beginning of National Novel Writing Month and creators everywhere are embarking on their imaginative journies, many are sinking into overdone writing pitfalls.…

November 13, 2021

Twilight lead characters share a romantic embrace.Bella and Edward

‘Twilight’ Has Finally Hit Netflix, so Let’s Revisit Its Legacy

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

After years of waiting, this famous teen film franchise is available to stream, and fans everywhere are remembering why the series has enjoyed such long-lasting success.…

July 23, 2021

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What Happened to Young Adult Dystopian Novels?

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Why are teens drawn to the genre and why did its popularity seem to quickly fade out? It might make an unexpected comeback soon.…

May 13, 2021

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Veronica Roth’s ‘Chosen Ones’ Deconstructs an Age-Old Trope

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

The 'Divergent' author's newest novel revitalizes the tired 'chosen one' trope by weaving a compelling narrative about what happens to heroes after saving the world.…

July 2, 2020