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Rebecca Wei Hsieh

Rebecca Wei Hsieh (she/her) is an NYC-based actor and writer with a BA in Theatre and Italian Studies from Wesleyan University. She doesn't enjoy talking about herself in the third person, but tries because she's a Hufflepuff. A proudly awkward queer Taiwanese American from three continents, she fancies herself a connoisseur of bad puns.

Where to Find Trigger Warnings for Books

Some good folks on the Internet have been making safe reading much easier and more accessible; here's how to find trigger warnings in books.

How to Make Time to Read: 7 Strategies

Carving out time for any activity can feel like a massive chore, but it doesn't have to be! Here are some tips to make time to read.

5 Books About Foster Families For Young Readers

We're taking a look at stories of families and finding a place to call home with these books about foster families for children and young adults.

10 Political YA Books to Keep You Engaged

Read on for 10 political YA books that are sure to keep you engaged with the world, from some of the best young adult authors writing today.

Why We Should All Read Screenplays

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15 of the Best Dictionary Apps for Your Every Nerdy Need

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Why I Stopped Italicising Non-English Languages

Italicising non-English languages is one of those grammar rules that you might take for granted. I sure did. Even as ...

5 Movie Novelisations You Didn’t Know Existed

The Oscars are over, and after all the glitz and glamour, the triumphs and disappointments, it’s easy to fall into ...

9 Plays For Theatre Beginners By Diverse Authors

With so many plays available, the choices can be overwhelming. The innumerable choices are especially daunting if you’re new to ...

Why It’s Okay to Fail Your Reading Challenge

Okay, we’re only a month into the new year, so maybe I’m being a little too pessimistic. But I’m fairly ...