fiction

Writing to Speaking: How Reading Work Aloud Can Be Validating

It can be daunting to put yourself out there in a normal situation. It can be even more daunting as a writer sharing your work, but trust me, it’s so worth it in the end.…

May 3, 2024

In this article about animal points of view, a brown fox explores a forest.

Beyond the Fantastical: The Beauty of Animal Perspective in Fiction

Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University

Animal's perspective in realistic fiction offers a different lens to the traditional form.…

August 22, 2023

In an article about fan fiction, two writers holding books and sheets of paper excitedly discuss and compare the stories they wrote about their favorite fictional characters.

Fan Fiction Is Representative of the Human Spirit

Kimberly Vazquez, Columbia College Chicago

It's time to recognize that this popular medium is a legitimate form of art.…

August 14, 2023

Illustration of a song playlist on a smart phone

Songs For Every Scenario Playlist

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

Spotify and Apple Music wouldn't be half as fun if they weren't full of playlists for every emotion or fictional scenario. Here's something for every themed playlist.…

December 5, 2022

Kindle Unlimited Book Recommendations for the Cash-Strapped Student

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Reading on a budget has never been easier!…

August 24, 2022

An image of library shelves and the spectacle of literature they represesnt

5 Books That Will Promise To Leave You Breathless: A Study on Spectacles in Modern Literature

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Like the rest of our entertainment, many novels resort to cheap thrill tactics. These books, however, affirm the power of literature to give insight into the human experience. …

April 16, 2022

Jennifer Lawrence starring in the box office hit, "The Hunger Games" as Katniss.

The Iconic ‘Hunger Games’ Series Paved the Way for YA Dystopian Fiction

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Ten years after the release of the novel's first film adaptation, the trilogy remains the finest example of the genre.…

February 14, 2022

3 Common Fiction Tropes That Reveal Deep-Seated Beliefs in Our Society

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

Although many of them are overused in present-day media, fiction can still be original and teach powerful lessons.…

December 19, 2020

Girl Sitting and Reading Next To A Castle

Creating a Fantasy World Can Help You Manage the Current Reality

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

For a mental escape, consider turning to your imagination and sketching out a few elements that could make up your very own fantasy novel.…

December 14, 2020

‘The Kiss Quotient’ Is a Compelling Story of Love on the Autism Spectrum

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

Helen Hoang’s novel paints a rich portrait of an autistic heroine, captivating readers by avoiding one-dimensional stereotypes that have long persisted in media.…

October 5, 2020

How Historical Fiction Can Be a Quarantine Lifeline

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

The genre provides the perfect mix of escapism and grounding insight when 'normal' feels far off.…

October 5, 2020

‘Untouchable’ Is the Inspiration Every Aspiring Writer Needs

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Scott O’Connor has a unique and fearless writing style that will immerse you in the novel and make you feel like you’re part of the story.…

August 12, 2020

Illustration by Ellen Budell of two individuals participating in a Trust Exercise

‘Trust Exercise’ Takes a Worthwhile Risk With Unlikable Characters

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Susan Choi's novel defies conventional wisdom about fiction and intentionally creates characters that are hard to relate to — making a unique, compelling read in the process.…

June 30, 2020