the twilight saga

A drawing shows dracula popping out of a girl's computer while bats fly in the background.

‘Dracula Daily’ Takes a Fresh Approach to the Bram Stoker Classic

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

Over 100 years later, the book is still great to bite into. This recently created newsletter brings the undead novel to life and unearths new discoveries for readers.…

July 16, 2022

In an article about romantic tropes, two people are shown in a drawing with a heart between them.

5 Top Romantic Tropes in Storytelling

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

From love triangles to soulmates, the possibilities for creating engaging plots are endless.…

June 10, 2022

Illustration of the three main characters in "Twilight" and the first and last books of the saga.

‘Twilight’ Reveals the Wish Fulfillment at the Heart of Fandom

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

Though the saga has been the butt of many jokes throughout the last decade, the books and movies allow fans to escape from reality.…

August 12, 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

Illustration by Marlowe Pody for an article on Midnight Sun

Edward’s Point of View in ‘Midnight Sun’ Adds More Depth to ‘The Twilight Saga’

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Most readers already know the story, so how does exploring the tale from the perspective of the iconic vampire bring something new to the beloved series?…

October 10, 2020

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