The Bechdel-Wallace Test is a feminist way critique of art. By answering 3 key questions, you can evaluate if a work has rounded female char

Why does somethings seem scary? Read about Freud's theory of the uncanny to understand how writers and movies manipulate our expectations.

Explore the art of humour literature. Discover the humorous techniques writers use to shape our laughter and understanding of texts.

Is it the amount of time that has passed? A wide readership? Originating from an ancient civilization? Defining a 'Classic' There is an...

Is there such a thing as a female bildungsroman? I break it down for you (including some suggested reading!).

When diving into literary criticism, I always encourage people to start with reader-response theory because it is something most people...

Literary theory can feel overwhelming. Here we breakdown the key theories to apply to your own reading (you are probably even doing them!).