Having loved books since the age of four, Mya is a writer and poet who looks to explore the complexities of life through language. They attend Barnard College of Columbia University with their kitten, Ramen. Their reviews of independent literature can be found at Foreword Reviews. When they aren't writing or reading, they're playing video games with strong female characters. Twitter: @literallymya Blog: messmiah.wordpress.com
Stop describing people of color's skin color using food, and more casually racist things white authors need to stop doing.
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This is a beginner's guide to hard science fiction: a genre that explores the depths of the galaxy while remaining true to science at its core.
Newt Scamander deserves the world for proving that heroes can be sweet, emotional, and avoid violence to defeat their enemies.
Missed out on this year's National Book Awards ceremony? Don't worry--we rounded up the best quotes from the event for you.
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How I read 100 books in just one year while being a full-time student -- and tips for other readers to reach this benchmark as well.
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Here is a list of nine children's books about death in many forms -- from the loss of an animal friend to the loss of a close relative.