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Emily Henry's iconic book jacket for "Funny Story." (Grace Lanham/The Seahawk)

REVIEW: Emily Henry’s newest novel, “Funny Story,” was this summer’s must-read

Grace Lanham, Co-Editor-in-Chief August 20, 2024

“Some people are natural storytellers. They know how to set the scene, find the right angle, when to pause for dramatic effect or breeze past inconvenient details.”  This comes from Henry’s...

"The After" by Michael Ramos beneath a tree. (Anna Ford)

Holding the tension: A review of “The After” by Michael Ramos

Sara Byrnes, Staff Writer April 9, 2024

“The After” by Michael Ramos is a valiant portrayal of holding the tension between two extremes until a third way emerges. This book is a collection of personal essays on how to find your place...

The cover art for "Party School" by Jon Hart. (The Sager Group)

REVIEW: Jon Hart’s “Party School” leaves much to be desired

Megan Eesley, Copy Editor December 3, 2023

Jon Hart’s young adult novel “Party School” is not the traditional college story of Elle Woods-like success. It follows Dylan Mills, an unexceptional student who let his anxiety keep him from...

E.J. Schwartz, author of "Before We Were Blue."

E.J. Schwartz on A24 films, advice for aspiring writers and her new book ‘Before We Were Blue’

Alison Fennell, Contributing Writer October 2, 2021
UNC Wilmington’s creative writing program develops many successful writers, the latest being a recent graduate that just released her first novel. E.J. Schwartz, originally from New Jersey, graduated from UNCW’s MFA program this year. A competitive gymnast and all-star cheerleader turned author, her novel “Before We Were Blue” was published on Sept. 14.
Colson Whitehead is the author of "Harlem Shuffle."

REVIEW: “Harlem Shuffle” continues the incredible storytelling of Colson Whitehead

Caroline Straubel, Culture Editor September 28, 2021

If you’re looking for a fast-paced, immersive story of a jewel heist and the ripple effect it has on a community, Colson Whitehead’s new novel “Harlem Shuffle” is for you. “Harlem Shuffle”...

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