Books
Some books hit you like a ton of bricks and leave a mark on you forever. The kind of books you still think about for weeks or even years later. In my case, I have Madeline Miller, M.L. Rio, and V.E. Schwab to thank for enlightening me with the power...
Are you looking for ways to be a better ally, neighbor, and friend for the BIPOC people in your community? There’s never a better time than the present to work on educating yourself about Black history and the ways racism, colonization, and slavery have impacted everything from the goods we...
Rie Kudan or Rie Qudan revealed that her novel, which won Japan’s highest literary award for its story about futuristic Tokyo, in which generative AI is everywhere, is 5% AI. Kudan’s book, “Tokyo-to Dojo-to” (Tokyo Sympathy Tower), is about an architect designing a high-rise prison tower in a near-future Tokyo....
What makes a “classic” novel such as “The Great Gatsby,” “The Catcher in the Rye,” and “To Kill a Mockingbird”? A classic novel must be able to stand the test of time with its complex characters and themes. It must remain relevant across different eras and continue to be read...
Best-selling Harry Potter author JK Rowling inspired millions with her work throughout the 2000s and 2010s. However, the British author has lost the respect of many fans, including Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe, after voicing her regressive views on gender. Now, as some fans examine Rowling’s shift toward transphobia, a...
With the rise of new technologies, many things we once adored have gone extinct or near extinction. Things such as Blockbuster stores, CDs, and vinyl records (although they have become more popular again), have become more of an item of nostalgia rather than a typical household item. With much of...
Dark Academian literature is mysterious and moody, often set in elite academic institutions. This genre often features themes of secret societies, intellectualism, and a gothic aesthetic, with a focus on the dark sides of academia, such as obsession and tragedy. Dark academia has become a beloved genre for readers who...
From outdated social ideals to contentious coming of age narratives, debates over book bans have intensified. Educators and psychologists have subsequently expressed concerns about their effects on young readers. PEN America, a non-profit dedicated to free expression, has documented an alarming 8,232 book bans in states like Iowa and Florida....
From increasing student loans to caffeine-free all nighters, one’s college experience is often considered a pivotal experience. Students may subsequently sacrifice their mental health and find themselves within “The Unachievable Goal” Paradox. Doing so may result in mindless scrolling and a lack of slow-reading. Rather than leaving their bookshelves barren,...
