#Essays

Why Retellings of Classics From Authors of Color and Queer Authors Matter

Through recognizable characters and narratives, retellings by queer authors and authors of color show that these stories can belong to anyone, anywhere.

Why I Don’t Just Read Cookbooks for the Recipes

The stories behind the recipes are what make cookbooks outstanding literature.

Great Aunts of Literature

What role does the aunt play in literature? A look at aunts of literary history and why they're such great characters.

Do “Great Artists Steal”?

What's the origin of the infamous phrase "great artists steal," which has been attributed to scores of creatives?

A Behind-The-Scenes Look Into Judging A Children’s Book Award

Here's what it's really like to judge a children's book award, including the surprising best part of the process (it's not the free books!)

How to Ask for Better Bookish Gifts

As the holiday season approaches, the gift-giving traditions kick into high gear. How to you ask for better bookish gifts you really want?

How Two Novelists and a Poet Made Me Change My Life

Are there certain books with topics you avoid? That you fear may leave you a little worse for wear? Here's what may happen if you read them.

Facts About the Horror Genre That Might Surprise You

From facts about the horror genre to interesting historical trends, if you love horror this list is for you!

The Politics of A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Is A Christmas Carol anti-capitalism or just reformist? Is it a morality tale? What was the author's intent, and how has it been read since?

Trouble in Romancelandia: Online Censorship of Romance and Erotica

How do US laws and online algorithms impact romance and erotica books?

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