Upon informing people I study literature, I feel the instinctive need to preface my words with a defensive comment like “I think Old English is an underrated skill in today’s job market” or “My parents think I should take up … Continue reading Either/or review why english majors deserve jobs
It’s that time of year again when you look with disappointment at your only partially filled Goodreads reading challenge. ‘You’re five books behind schedule’. You glance at your bookshelf and try to make out the slimmest books that could still … Continue reading To read slowly in a fast-paced world
Originally published in Originally published in December 2023 in print. The theme of our issue is ‘Against Irony.’ What was it about poetry that compelled you to pursue it professionally, and are there any works that inspired this decision? … Continue reading Interview with Julie Morrissy
Do any of the following words mean anything to you? “Larry Stylinson” , “Superwholock”, “Tenrose” “Drarry”, “Y/N” If so, I’ll be forced to assume that you, like me, were a part of fandom culture in the 2010’s. Maybe you read … Continue reading Fanfiction’s slow burn arc with the publishing industry
October 27th marked a historic day with the unlocking of Taylor Swift’s fourth era; also known as the release of Swift’s fourth re-recorded album, 1989 (Taylor’s Version). The album is packed with 22 songs with 5 unreleased “from the vault” … Continue reading Books to Read to Fully Embrace Our 1989 Era
Dublin’s literary history is well known and UNESCO recognised, homages to famous Irish writers like Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett dotting the city’s streets, parks, and museums, dominating its major attractions. But if you’re looking for a bookish to-do beyond … Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide to Dublin’s Bookshops
When I tell people I’m an English literature student I’m met with one of two reactions: they’ll laugh, or they’ll be compelled by the strange desire to list off every book they have ever read to demonstrate that they in … Continue reading Book Recommendations from my ex-situationships
In an age where the collective attention span is ruled by TikTok and its clones (Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, et cetera), it is easy to forget about reading, the once-favourite pastime which, in olden times, captured and enriched both mind … Continue reading What are people reading on campus? September 2023 edition
The countdown to Halloween has officially begun, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by reading Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein? Shelley’s tale of the modern Prometheus was first published in 1818. It had everything that horror fans … Continue reading Five Frankenstein Reimaginings to Read this October
Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour, the global success of the billion-dollar blockbuster Barbie and Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album GUTS – it certainly has been a year for the girls. A year of attentive reflection and the eager celebration of girlhood. … Continue reading Book Recommendations Containing the Remnants of Despondent Girlhood
Whenever I’m looking for an idea for a novel, the first thing I do is open a newspaper. This is because, when it comes to spies, reality is far stranger than fiction. In recent years Britain has seen an attempted … Continue reading Real Spies Inspired My Novels Feature by author Ava Glass
We’ve all been there: a long, fruitless day has ended, and you find yourself alone, staring face-down into the creamy foam of a freshly-poured pint for solace. What else is there to do but drink? Read a book, of course! … Continue reading The Best Books to Read in the Pub Buster’s book recommendations for when a pint just isn’t enough