Why I’m Drawn to Villainous Characters
Eisha Banwait explains the allure of villains and villainous characters in literature, and what attributes make them appealing.
Is The Undrowned Worth Reading?
Gino Juderaj takes us on a comprehensive tour of K.R. Alexander's The Undrowned, investigating its plot and character development.
The Poppy War: A Review
Carly Atherton reviews R.F. Kuang's The Poppy War, with a specific focus on its characters, pacing and text-to-life connections.
Classic Literature in the 21st Century: Why It’s Still Relevant
Eisha Banwait examines why classic literature remains important to a younger audience, even if it seems outdated and irrelevant.
The Rings of Influences on J.R.R. Tolkien’s Works
Kabir Bhardwaj examines how J.R.R. Tolkien's iconic series The Lord of the Rings is influenced by everything from politics to religion.
The Real World versus Fictional Ones
Jenna Martin compares and contrasts the real world against fictional ones, and explores the line between the authentic and the imaginary.
Stephanie Garber’s Caraval Universe
Eisha Banwait explores the family bonds and romantic connections that make up Stephanie Garber's Caraval universe.
Eden Robinson’s Son of a Trickster: Down the Rabbit Hole
Shivani Kumeta goes through Eden Robinson's Son of a Trickster, discussing its storyline, themes and characters.
The Shadowhunter Chronicles and Where to Begin
Shireen Bhat compares "The Infernal Devices" and "The Mortal Instruments," two series in Cassandra Clare's "The Shadowhunter Chronicles."
Comparison between The Hobbit and its Movie Counterparts
Kitari Loney takes a look at how J.R.R. Tolkien's novel The Hobbit compares to Peter Jackson's 2010 movie adaptation.