African American authors have long contributed to American literature. Their voices are especially vital when discussing the Civil Wars, racism, and discrimination. Not only that, but contemporary authors have also composed influential writings, poetry, plays, essays, and scholarly articles. Reading books from diverse individuals helps broaden the reader’s perspective and gives light on underrepresented communities. … Read more
Romantic poetry might not exactly come to your mind after reading the word. It’s actually poetry that originated in the Romantic Era in Britain towards the end of the 18th century. This form of literature was in opposition to the mannered and scientific inquiry of the era preceding it. Romantic poetry and literature defined themselves … Read more
As a bookworm, leaving the comfort of a cozy, warm bed is a daunting task. Especially if you’re in the middle of a good book. But needing a change of scenery is a real thing, and it’s always good to go explore, even if you are an introverted bibliophile. Next time you want to grab … Read more
We’ve all written the dreaded resumes and cover letters. These documents tell prospective employers about our education, experience, and the occasional personal anecdote. Well, biographies do the same. Not only do they relay factual details about a person, but also intimate details, deeper insight into their lives, and an overall personality assessment. One of the … Read more
Classic books are known for being extraordinary and exemplary. They are (usually) the bestsellers of their time and have fascinated readers for ages. While the determining factor that makes a novel a “classic” has been discussed in depth, a proper conclusion has yet to be reached. Most of us were forced to read these stories … Read more
Joining a book club has great benefits. It’s an intelligent community of like-minded bibliophiles dying to talk about their favorite stories. There are various types of clubs you can join. Some have a strong social media presence and hold discussions through forums and group chats. Others require you to partake in person. Some focus on … Read more
Crime, thrill, suspense and murder anyone? Crime fiction is that genre which deals with the theme of crime and investigation. It can be related to detectives, police officers finding evidence and proof to uncover the great mystery surrounding a person’s death in the novel. The earliest example of a crime story can be found in … Read more
Fairytales are the gateway into a lifelong reader’s journey. These stories are filled with magic, fairies, princes and princesses, castles, and kingdoms. What’s not to love? They are a staple in everyone’s childhood. Most fairytales are set in the past and have clearly defined evil and virtuous characters. These “good” individuals go through a sympathetic … Read more
We are back with another pages-to-screen list! Today we’ll be looking at books made into popular and long-running TV series. Multi-episode book adaptions give in-depth details to a beloved story in a way that a two-hour movie cannot. However, a TV series requires popularity and stellar ratings to keep it going. There are also times … Read more
Few adults would pick a children’s book over the hyped-up bookstagram or BookTok recommendation. Our tastes change, we wish to read something more age-appropriate, and we follow peer suggestions. And children’s books usually don’t fall under that selection criteria. As adults, we forget the need for simplicity. Especially in reading. Enjoying these lighthearted books can … Read more