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There is a lot to look forward to in 2023, including new movies, games, TV shows and books. Here are 10 books that I look forward to putting on my shelf in 2023. (Graphic by Sydney Lawson)

From Percy Jackson to Emily Henry: 10 2023 book releases you don’t want to miss

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor February 8, 2023

The lineup of media to be released for the rest of the year is rolling out. From “Barbie” and “Super Mario” to “The Mandalorian” and a new Zelda game, people are talking about the releases...

‘Once There Were Wolves’ is the best book I’ve read this year

‘Once There Were Wolves’ is the best book I’ve read this year

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor September 27, 2022

Every so often, I read a book I can completely sink into that captures me with its words and immerses me in its world. Books that allow me to become the main character, to see the settings vividly...

Students, faculty react to ‘scummy’ Archie’s Book Bundle opt-out feature

Students, faculty react to ‘scummy’ Archie’s Book Bundle opt-out feature

Alyssa DeWig, News Editor September 7, 2022

Students and faculty shared distaste after Archie’s Book Bundle went into effect for the first time in Fall 2022. Jessica Leonard, campus store manager, announced the program in April 2022. She said...

‘I’ve never seen anything this cheap’ – New textbook program to offer students alternate pricing plan

‘I’ve never seen anything this cheap’ – New textbook program to offer students alternate pricing plan

Alyssa DeWig, Staff Writer April 13, 2022

Editor's Note: Jessica Leonard is the USI Campus Store manager. First Day Complete was made a program through an agreement between the USI Campus Store and the USI Business Office.  USI Campus Store...

"Addie LaRue" written by  V.E. Schwab tells the story of Addie LaRue's never ending life.

Addie LaRue is a girl out of time with all the time in the world

Sydney Lawson, Staff Writer September 28, 2021

From the first page of V.E. Schwab’s “Addie LaRue,” I knew this story was going to be special. The captivating writing style and mysterious, whimsical characters made my heart leap by the end of...

Understanding the villain

Understanding the villain

Darrian Breedlove, Staff Writer August 21, 2017

Every tale has a villain of sorts. Whether it’s a madman kidnapping a damsel or a protagonist experiencing internal dilemmas, there is always a quarrel in stories. A villain or some sort of conflict...

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