Tag: Review

Book Review: ‘Verity’ by Colleen Hoover

Book Review: ‘Verity’ by Colleen Hoover

If you are on TikTok, you have probably heard of Colleen Hoover. Her most famous book, ‘It Ends With Us’ seemed to be receiving praise throughout the social media platform. Throughout time, more of her books started to receive more recognition, and before you knew it she was the queen of BookTok.

Op-Ed: The Best YouTube Channels for Book Lovers

Op-Ed: The Best YouTube Channels for Book Lovers

Online book communities have grown a lot lately, and for good reason. They are dedicated to bringing all the book-related content that book lovers crave. One community that has grown especially is book channels on YouTube, where you can find all sorts of content, from reading vlogs, to book hauls, reviews, reading lists by topic or season, and news of your favorite authors. 

The ‘Post-Book Blues’ and How to Get Over It

The ‘Post-Book Blues’ and How to Get Over It

If you love reading, you’ve probably experienced the ‘post-book blues.’ When you fully immerse yourself in the imagination and adventure of a book, it can be really sad, even kind of depressing, when the book is over. When one parts with a story’s characters, who have somewhat become a part of the reader through the reading experience, sometimes picking up another book doesn’t seem right.

Arizona Goes Far Right in Politics

Arizona Goes Far Right in Politics

Arizona is known to be the swing state, but Republican Kari Lake has the right tactics that would turn heads to her direction. She is running to be governor of Arizona. She recently spoke to the suburban areas of southern Arizona, saying that the 2020 election was stolen by Joe Biden. She, among others who claimed that the election was stolen, is among many who see that America is failing in choosing their rightful leader.

None Shall Sleep by Ellie Marney: A Review

None Shall Sleep by Ellie Marney: A Review

The story of None Shall Sleep by Ellie Marney tells the story of Emma Lewis, a serial killer survivor, and Travis Bell, a U.S. Marshal candidate. The two teenagers are recruited by the F.B.I. to conduct interviews with convicted juvenile killers in order to provide insight into what makes them a killer. When they interview Simon Gutmunsson, they receive information about an ongoing investigation involving a new teenage serial murderer.

Euphoria Season Two Premiere: A Euphoric Return To Teenage Drama

Euphoria Season Two Premiere: A Euphoric Return To Teenage Drama

After a long three years, the hit HBO drama, Euphoria, has returned to the silver screen. The series, created by Sam Levinson, has been hailed by critics for its graphic sexual content and depiction of teen violence, addiction, and relationships. Season two’s trailer promised more of the same dark content, and after the season premiere, I can definitely say they have so far delivered.

Welcome To Dawn FM: A Review Of The Weeknd’s New Album

Welcome To Dawn FM: A Review Of The Weeknd’s New Album

If Abel Tesfaye, best known as The Weeknd, has proven anything throughout his musical career, it’s that he is a force to be reckoned with. His previous album, After Hours, had critics proclaiming he was at his most prolific. However, with Dawn FM, it’s clear The Weeknd has taken his powers to new heights.

Why You Need To Listen To Dijon’s Absolutely

Why You Need To Listen To Dijon’s Absolutely

There are certain albums that hit you all at once, but there’s others that sneak up on you. They slowly start to take up your conscience, maybe through certain moments on songs or maybe through a melody that gets stuck in your head. Maybe this happens because after hearing it, you just felt compelled to listen to it again, and then you listen to it another time… and then another time. Then suddenly you realize you absolutely (no pun intended) love this album.

Why Little Simz’s Sometimes I Might Be Introvert Deserves More Love

Why Little Simz’s Sometimes I Might Be Introvert Deserves More Love

Last week, I wrote about Topaz Jones’ Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Momma and why it deserves some more attention because of how great it is. However, in the week since then, I’ve returned to an album I listened to when it came out, but never came back to. I’m grateful I made this decision because that album, Little Simz’s Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, is a fantastic album that deserves to be in the conversation for album of the year.

Mick Jenkins Doesn’t Miss on His New Album Elephant in the Room

Mick Jenkins Doesn’t Miss on His New Album Elephant in the Room

If you love great lyricism and like to keep up with talented rappers who may not fully cross over to the mainstream, then you have probably already heard of Mick Jenkins. If you don’t fall into that description, allow me to introduce you to this Chicago rapper.

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