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Classic Ships That Need a Revisionist Retelling (or Not)
Bookworms love a good retelling. Some romantic ships, like Pride and Prejudice’s Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, we will read or watch over and over, i…
Top 10 Books of 2020 (So Far)
So far, 2020 has been a year, but in reality, it’s only been a little over six months. With so many serious, life-changing events taking place t…
‘Chosen Ones’ Interview: Author Veronica Roth on Classic Tropes, Creating New Worlds, and Characters with Post Saving-the-World Emotions
The “chosen one” trope is inherently familiar to anyone who picks up a books, goes to the movies, or binge-watches the newest TV show. It …
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Turns 20: Expanding the Wizarding World
Author’s Note: In light of J. K. Rowling’s recent intolerant stance towards the transgender community, I want to make it clear that this post is in no…
10 YA Thrillers That Are Perfect Weekend Reads
Have you ever just wanted a great and quick read you can pick up for the weekend? We know exactly what you mean. These young adult thrillers will keep…
15 Years of Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief: The Story That Changed Middle Grade Fiction Forever
Fifteen years ago, the middle grade scene was forever changed by one book. In 2005, many popular middle grade series were reaching the final few books…