Melis Noah Amber

Book Review: I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU

Melis Noah Amber

Kara A. Kennedy's novel, I Will Never Leave You, is a ghost story. It's also a story of real-world trauma. Does it coalesce? Read our review.

The Origin of Tropes: Zombie Lore

Melis Noah Amber

In this edition of The Origin of Tropes, we tear into the meat of zombie lore. Read on for our analysis of the undead and their place in media.

Book Review: UNBECOMING

Melis Noah Amber

Seema Yasmin's Unbecoming is a cautionary tale about what the US could soon become. Does it work? Read on for our review.

Book Review: A MAGIC FIERCE AND BRIGHT

Melis Noah Amber

Hemant Nayak's A Magic Fierce and Bright explores a future India, technomancy and familial bonds. But does it work? Read on for our review.

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The Origin of Tropes: Star-Crossed Lovers

Melis Noah Amber

In this edition of The Origin of Tropes, we dive into the classic star-crossed lovers. Check out its history beyond Romeo and Juliet!

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10 Classic LGBTQ+ Plays You Can Read

Melis Noah Amber

Yes, LGBTQ+ plays exist within the classic theater canon! Get your history on and enjoy 10 queer plays you can read right now.

LGBTQ+ Plays Covers: She Kills Monsters -- a girl on a blue Dragon Mala Hierba - a blank red cover with the play name written on it Devil Boys From Beyond -- two drag queens in space suits

13 Modern LGBTQ+ Plays You Can Read

Melis Noah Amber

It's not always easy to see theater live, but many plays scripts are available to read. Enjoy these 13 modern LGBTQ+ plays from home!

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Book Review: HOMBRECITO

Melis Noah Amber

Thank you to Riverhead/NetGalley for a copy of Hombrecity in exchange for an honest review. Summary … Santiago Jose Sanchez ...

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Book Review: TAKE ALL OF US

Melis Noah Amber

Leif's debut novel, Take All of Us, has a lot to say about disability ... and zombies. Read on for our review to see how it all comes together!

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The Origin of Tropes: Fairy Lore

Melis Noah Amber

Get ready to explore where fairy lore began in this edition of The Origin of Tropes. We'll dive into ancient origins and modern tropes.

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Queer Tested, Teacher Approved: 14 YA LGBTQ+ Books, Movies and TV Shows Bursting with Queer Joy

Melis Noah Amber

In this edition of Queer Tested, Teacher Approved, we share 14 YA LGBTQ+ books, movies and TV shows that are bursting with queer joy!

Grading Degrassi: Degrassi High Season 2

Grading Degrassi: All Season 2 Episodes of DEGRASSI HIGH, Ranked

Melis Noah Amber

Hiya, fellow Degrassians! Welcome to Grading Degrassi, the column dedicated to ranking every episode of every season of every series of the Degrassi franchise ...

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The Origin of Tropes: Love at First Sight

Melis Noah Amber

From Sappho to How I Met Your Mother, discover how "love at first sight" has evolved in this edition of The Origin of Tropes!

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Book Review: FINALLY FITZ

Melis Noah Amber

Finally Fitz is Marisa Kanter's latest YA novel. Does this book about a fashionista caught in a love triangle hit the spot? Read our review to find out!

The front cover of Sara Koffi's debut novel, While We Were Burning. It features the title in big capital block letters (beige) over a black background with two yellow houses under the centered font. There are some flames below the writing, rising up from the houses.

Book Review: WHILE WE WERE BURNING

Melis Noah Amber

Sara Koffi's debut novel, While We Were Burning, centers on two complex, often unlikeable, women. Is it a good read? Check out our review!