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A Picturebook Worth a Thousand Words

By Briana Wright
October 16, 2025 09:00 AM
Are picturebooks only for little kids? Professor Deborah Dean says that all students, no matter the age, can engage with course content through these seemingly simple books.
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Chanel Earl

Adjunct Faculty
English
cearl42@byu.edu
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Stories: The Fabric of Identity

By Emma Mafi
October 10, 2025 12:00 PM
Laura Tohe’s childhood was spent on the Diné, or Navajo, reservation, where she was surrounded by her Native culture. Now, these experiences inspire her as a writer.
2 Min Read
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Finding the Best Literature

By Kira Christensen
October 06, 2025 03:00 PM
Looking for some great reads? BYU literature professors at this year’s Education Week have you covered.
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Narnia for Grown-Ups

By Emma Mafi
September 11, 2025 03:00 PM
Three BYU humanities professors delved into The Chronicles of Narnia, explaining that these books aren’t simple fairy tales—they contain profound truths in disguise.
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Grappling with Grief

By Briana Wright
August 13, 2025 09:00 AM
What is the difference between a good poet and a great poet? Looking at the works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, the difference appears in the emotion.
3 Min Read
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Tricia Cope

Adjunct Faculty
English
tlc37@byu.edu
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Ashley Reese

Adjunct Faculty
English
abhreese@byu.edu
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Finding Stability in the Wobble

By Briana Wright
July 21, 2025 03:00 PM
In life, uncertainty is guaranteed, but what matters most is how we face these moments and grow because of them.
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Award-Winning Literary Excellence

By Kira Christensen
June 23, 2025 03:12 PM
Professors Kimberly Johnson and Patrick Madden have both been awarded the 2025 Utah Artist Fellowship for their exceptional literary work.
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Mary Lynn Cutler

Adjunct Faculty
English
mary_cutler@byu.edu
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Survivors’ Bias

By Kira Christensen
May 15, 2025 12:00 PM
Does reality TV influence . . . reality? Professor Joseph J. Darowski’s new book dives into the cultural impact of the very first reality TV show.
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The Poet of Provo

By Emma Mafi
May 08, 2025 12:00 PM
While most travelers collect souvenirs, poet Leslie Norris instead sought experiences—and, according to Professor Aaron Eastley, they shaped his poetry.
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The English Symposium: 2025 Edition

By Kira Christensen
April 29, 2025 03:00 PM
Missed this year’s English Symposium? Here’s a recap of a few of the panels, featuring everything from best teaching practices to women’s writing legacies.
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Letting God Coach Your Life

By Kira Christensen
April 18, 2025 09:00 AM
Needing some hope? BYU football coach Kalani Sitake’s recent devotional reminds us that—thanks to God—there are brighter days ahead.
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The Art of Saying Impossible Things

By Kira Christensen
April 17, 2025 03:00 PM
Ellen Wayland-Smith connected cancer treatment, the nature of the universe, and more in her essay reading at the English Reading Series.
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Living the Stories of Others

By Kira Christensen
March 28, 2025 03:00 PM
For those often overlooked by society, books can be a powerful way to be heard. For Professor Steven Bickmore, books have made him a powerful advocate.
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Nicole Clawson

Visiting Assistant Professor
English
nicole.clawson@byu.edu
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