The era of burying our gays is over... or at least, it should be. While this particular trope has lessened in frequency over the years, getting into queer media, particularly lesbian or WLW media, can still feel like a gamble--will yet another gay character feel the brunt of real-world cruelty? ...
According to a 2019 survey conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress, fewer American children than ever before are reading for fun. The shares of 9-to13-year-olds who say they read for fun on an almost daily basis have dropped from nearly a decade ago, and are at the lowest ...
It’s November, which means it’s Native American Heritage Month! To celebrate the voices and experiences of Native Americans from various nations across the country, I would like to highlight four distinguished Native American authors who’ve been recognized by the literary world as nothing short of masters of their craft. ...
Fantasy is one of those rare genres that allow for a full-fledged escape, away from the mundane workings of our world and into realms where magic, time travel, and vampiric love affairs are the law of the land. If you’re looking to cozy up with a thrilling fantasy and forget ...
It’s 2022, and children’s literature is looking more fun and diverse than ever. When I pass by the junior’s section at Barnes & Noble, I can’t help but smile fondly at covers sporting illustrated Latino kids (like I once was) and glittery books celebrating the beauty of Black girls’ natural ...
Spain-based publisher Alfaguara has confirmed the death of internationally renowned Spanish novelist Javier Marías. He was 70 years old, and passed away at a hospital in Madrid Sunday due to complications from pneumonia. Javier Marías was a global literary force known for being a master at his craft. His fame ...
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