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The Catcher in the Rye, Frankenstein, Lord of the Flies… Sorry. Dozed off for a second. We all know the classics, we all hear about how ‘great’ they are. But, let’s be honest, upon reading the, did they ever live up to the hype? For me, the answer was, usually,...
As of late, I haven’t been able to read a book that’s truly tugged at the heartstrings and allowed me to emotionally invest in characters- especially those that are going through one of the most tumultuous times of life, with some of the most difficult choices and circumstances relating to...
In an era where commercial spaces dominate our urban landscapes, libraries stand as sanctuaries of knowledge, community, and accessibility. Beyond housing books, libraries provide invaluable public services, offering a plethora of benefits that extend far beyond the printed page. As pillars of non-commercialized public spaces, they foster education, socialization, and...
Everyone has different criteria when defining what is “explicit” in literature. While there are novels that are X-rated with detailed depictions of sex, lawmakers tend to extend the term “explicit” to encompass vulnerable communities, such as minority authors, LGBTQIA+ folks, and non-Christians. While I agree that children should not be...
In the realm of journalism, ethics are the bedrock upon which credibility stands. The Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics serves as a guiding light, emphasizing integrity, accuracy, and respect for truth. However, in the murky waters of tabloid publications, these principles are not just ignored—they’re trampled upon with...
Although the crime, thriller, and mystery genres are not for all readers, there are a few titles that are undeniable works of art in literature. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” (2019), written by Holly Jackson, is a breakout debut that touches every base of what a quality mystery should...
One of the most successful authors of all time, Stephen King, is happy that his horror novel Rage has been pulled from shelves and will never be printed again. Rage was published by King under the pseudonym of Richard Bachman. Originally titled Getting It On, the psychological thriller was published...
William Shakespeare is the most well-known playwright and poet. In fact, he is so well-known, that most high school students cannot name another poet. Students are taught about sonnets and iambic pentameter, and that is as far as poetic education goes; they have a very narrow, suffocated view of poetic...
BookTok has devolved into an age where literature is ignored, and “spicy” dark romances are endlessly raved over and given a platform. While there is nothing wrong with romance novels, there is an inherent issue in dark romance books: they often depict abusive relationships in a positive, glorified, romanticized way....
In the digital age, convenience often comes at a cost, and nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of retail. Online shopping, epitomized by the behemoth Amazon, has revolutionized the way we consume goods. Yet, amidst the allure of doorstep delivery and competitive pricing lies a less-discussed consequence:...
I, like many other book reviewers, have been harassed and attacked by an author. The popular book-centered social media platform GoodReads allows anyone who loves reading to leave a review, and the relationship between authors and their reviewers has become more perilous. This relationship should be one of mutual respect,...
There is a common misconception that comics are for children; worse, there is a misconception that comics are for uneducated people who read at a low level. This simply isn’t the case. Comics and graphic novels can tell compelling, emotional, dark, adult stories. The first graphic novel I read was...
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