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Annika Barranti Klein

Annika Barranti Klein likes books, obviously.   Twitter: @noirbettie

Unpopular Bookish Opinions

Sometimes the movie is better (don't @ us) and more unpopular bookish opinions.

Queer Eye for the Classics Guy: Romantic Hero Edition

The Fab Five take on Edward, Fitzwilliam, and Heathcliff.

Guide to Free Comic Book Day

Free Comic Book Day is tomorrow--here's how to find out which stores are participating, which comics will be free, and what to expect!

16 YA Novels Set In New York City

I find that novels about teenagers in New York are like candy to me: I just can't get enough. Here are a few YA novels set in New York City and some I'm looking forward to reading.

ALA Announces 2017’s Top 10 Most-Challenged Books

The ALA shares last year's most-challenged books, including two by men who have been accused of sexual misconduct.

Things I’d Rather Read Instead of Sean Penn’s Novella

Sean Penn quit acting and wrote a satirical novella. A reader considers everything she'd rather read instead of Sean Penn's book.

How Long Is a Short Story? And Other FAQs

Stories come in all shapes and sizes. Some fit on the back of a postcard while others span multiple books. Where are the lines drawn? How long is a short story?

The Ripped Bodice’s 2017 Diversity in Romance Report

The romance industry is publishing fewer titles by diverse authors, despite The Ripped Bodice's bestsellers being mostly by people of color.

Book and Wine Pairings: Franzen and Franzia

A reader pairs THE CORRECTIONS, PURITY, and four more Jonathan Franzen books with that most ubiquitous boxed booze: Franzia.

PRIDE VS PREJUDICE: A Jane Austen Adaptations Showdown

Everyone knows the BBC Pride and Prejudice, but what about the other (many) Jane Austen adaptations? What's your favorite Emma, or Persuasion?