by Cole Salao
Many of us grew up surrounded by stories that featured memorable animals. They enriched the setting of the story, acted as faithful companions to the protagonist, or became the central characters themselves. While most of these animals are now restricted to...
by Kaelyn Barron
You probably know that strong arguments and good decisions are founded on logic. Yet, actually learning to think logically takes a lot more practice than you might think. Most of us have, at some point, reacted emotionally and made a decision that made seemed to make...
by Cole Salao
Clive Cussler was an adventure novelist and marine explorer who was best known for his novels, 20 of which became New York Times best sellers. Most of his works frequently feature the National Underwater Marine Agency (NUMA), which is a fictionalized version of a...
by Yen Cabag
Books can provide much-needed entertainment and a temporary escape from life’s troubles, but they can also be powerful tools for spreading awareness about important social issues and inspiring positive change, whether it’s in individuals or entire...
by Kaelyn Barron
Being able to laugh at yourself is an important quality to have in life. We can only hope that most authors have a healthy sense of humor, because so many bestsellers have spawned parodies that poke fun at the characters, plot, and writing of the originals. In this...
by Kaelyn Barron
Published in 1949, George Orwell’s 1984 is a classic dystopian novel that imagines a world of omnipresent government surveillance. In fact, it’s where the term “Big Brother” was born. In the novel, Winston Smith is tasked with rewriting history...
