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From Braaaiiiins to Hordes: What Are Zombies a Metaphor For?

A society's monsters reflect its fears, so what does our long-running obsession with zombies represent about us?

What Is Going On With Barnes & Noble?

Writers sounded the alarm after learning Barnes & Noble stores would only be stocking hardcovers with proven sales records. Here's more on what this means.

Death in Superhero Comics: What Does It Even Mean?

Batman has died more than dozen times at this point, and he's not an exception. At what point does death lose all meaning in comic books?

How Do We Feel About Age Gaps in Fantasy?

As readers, how do we think about age gap romances in fantasy novels, especially when you bring fairies and vampires into the mix?

Persuasion: A Movie Review By Someone Who Hasn’t Read The Book

People had a lot of feelings about the latest PERSUASION adaptation. But how would you feel about it if you'd never read the book?

How Many Times Do You Hear About a Book Before You Read or Buy It?

How many times do readers usually hear about a book before committing to read or buy it, and is exposure all that matters here?

The Bookish Life of Michelle Yeoh

From BUTTERFLY AND SWORD to AMERICAN BORN CHINESE, get to know the bookish life of actress Michelle Yeoh.

Exploring The History of Paper Dolls

A look at the colorful history of paper dolls, from early origami in Japan to more modern fashion plates.

A Queer History of the Baby-Sitters Club

While the original books and even the Netflix adaptation danced around it, we all know that Kristy Thomas is and has always been a lesbian.

Publishers, As A Bookseller, I Beg Of You: Number Your Series

Books in a series aren't always numbered, but is this helpful? One writer explores why all books in a series should be numbered.