#Opinion

The Anatomy of a Bad Sex Scene in Literary Fiction

What makes a bad sex scene and a good sex scene in literary fiction? It's all in the details.

Happily Ever After…Without the Kids

One author on why we need more heroines in literature who don't end up with children.

Review: SNAPSHOTS OF A GIRL by Beldan Sezen

We review SNAPSHOTS OF A GIRL by Beldan Sezen, a memoir by the daughter of Turkish immigrants about coming out.

How Honest Should You Be When You Review Self-published Books?

Self-published books often lack the before-release scrutiny of traditionally published books. So how should they be reviewed?

Romance In Fantasy–Over It!

What would happen if we left out the romance and let a lady get on with her epic day?

It Was a Dark and Stormy First Line

Why one reader is calling a moratorium on books that open with bad first lines about the night.

Let’s Talk About Slavery

When should writers be honest about the horrors of American slavery?

Hanna-Bewildered: Questions About DC’s New Toony Titles

Last week, DC announced new titles based on Hanna Barbera properties, and we're confused.

DC’s “Rebirth” and Rebooting: Uncool Enough to Care

We talk DC Comics' rebirth and the rumors of rebooting their universe.

Gimme Some Gymnastics Books Please

Why we need more books about gymnasts.