As we celebrate Frankenstein Day and the birth anniversary of his creator Mary Shelley, let’s take a look back at only 10 of the many forms taken by this classic creature from literature.

Rebecca Yarros’s Iron Flame builds on Fourth Wing with deeper world-building and heart-stopping twists, but uneven pacing and repetitive romance leave readers divided.

Children’s books preview the life classes the kids have yet to uncover when they traverse to adult life. Let’s talk about how the quirky characters on their pages not only teach but also inspire and empower the young minds.

A look at Ernest Cline’s journey from slam poet to best-selling author and screenwriter of Ready Player One’s 2018 film adaptation.

Emily Henry’s Great Big Beautiful Life invites us to embrace the inherent chaos and see the beauty.

Some people are repulsed to know that other adults consume and enjoy children and YA lit and media. Here’s why you shouldn't be.

Audrey Niffenegger, a visual artist turned author, is best known for her best-selling novel The Time Traveler’s Wife.

Medieval stasis is a common narrative tool in fantasy literature. When is it cool and when is it not too lit? You’re here for the answer.

Ralph Waldo Emerson led the transcendentalism movement and inspired generations with his essays, poetry, and powerful lectures.

From Mad Hatter to March Hare, the influence of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland has had a global impact on literature and culture that cannot be overstated.

Discover how constructed languages (conlangs) like Elvish, Klingon, and Simlish shape fictional worlds and reflect real cultural identities.

KPop Demon Hunters is exactly what the title promises, but more than the stunning visuals and the earworm-inducing music, it’s a heartwarming story about trusting your community and letting go of shame. 

June is Audiobook Appreciation Month! Audiobooks have been around for generations and have become more than just an accessibility tool—it’s its own piece of literary and sonic art.

Diana Gabaldon, creator of the Outlander series, blends time travel, romance, and history into a sweeping Scottish adventure.

Get to know Allen Ginsberg, and learn how he influenced the post-World War II era through poetry and literary movement.

Editing looks different for academic, creative, and business writing. At The Manuscript Editor, we tailor each edit to match your purpose, voice, and reader.

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes—an emotional journey that will make you laugh, cry, and reflect on life’s toughest choices.