#Opinion

Superheroes and the Gender Politics of Anger

Let's talk superhero TV shows and the way men and women are treated very differently because anger is "unattractive."

Accuracy or Bias: On Prejudicial Characters in Children’s Literature and Beyond

What makes a character historically accurate? When is historical accuracy less about the story than about the audience?

Chick Noir: Awful Name, Awesome Genre

Ignore the horrible name: "chick noir" books are amazing (and we have recommendations!)

Genre Kryptonite: Political Campaign Novels

Novels (and a few non-fiction picks!) about political campaigns, from YA to romance.

Why We Need To Change The Conversation About Jonathan Franzen

Jonathan Franzen is not the only living great American author, and suggesting so continues a misguided literary tradition.

Supergirl and the Missing Comic Book Series

With the launch of the new TV show, where is Supergirl's comic book series?

No One Wants a Prequel

Why do we resist prequels to beloved works?

Dear Diary: On Loving Literature’s Journals

Great diaries from literature.

Dear Slate: Banned Books Week Isn’t a “Crock”

A public librarian counters Slate's notion that Banned Books Week is no longer necessary.

What Makes A Sentence Beautiful?

Musings on what makes a sentence truly beautiful.