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The Sequel: Is a Part Two Necessary or Not?- Ayannah Garcia

The Sequel: Is a Part Two Necessary or Not?- Ayannah Garcia

Ayannah Garcia, writer February 18, 2025

Sequels have always been a part of the entertainment movie scene, especially with book sequel movie adaptations like the Hunger Games books/series. Every good movie needs a sequel, right? Take The Lord...

Is Disney Losing Its Magic?

Is Disney Losing Its Magic?

Ishl Wasfy, writer February 18, 2025

For a long time, Disney has been the best entertainment channel for young children because of its new characters, stories, and innovative vibe. However, in recent years it seems Disney just can't get their...

Book Review: Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

Book Review: Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

Alanna Ross, Writer February 14, 2025

Concrete Rose is just one of the remarkable books that were written by the author Angie Thomas. Some may recognize her other titles: On the Come Up, Blackout (A book I reviewed previously), and The Hate...

Scythe -Neal Shusterman (Book Review)

Scythe -Neal Shusterman (Book Review)

Katelynn Wisner, writer January 23, 2025

Imagine a perfect world. A world without flaws. A world without disease or accidental death. At least it seems to be perfect…. But is it? Now imagine you are in this perfect world where death and life...

2024 Was the Year for Music

2024 Was the Year for Music

Ishl Wasfy, writer January 23, 2025

With all the new artists that arose in 2024 and the number of new albums and singles that got released this year, it is safe to say 2024 was an important year for music—from artists like Chappell Roan,...

Dragon Ball: Daima – New Look for an Old Series

Dragon Ball: Daima – New Look for an Old Series

Jackson Andrews, Writer December 16, 2024

As fans eagerly delve into the newly released Dragon Ball: Daima, excitement is palpable in the air. This latest installment in the long-running Dragon Ball franchise has not only reinvigorated interest...

Book Review (Yellowface by R. F. Kuang)

Book Review (Yellowface by R. F. Kuang)

Katelynn Wisner, Writer November 25, 2024

The publishing industry is a competitive industry, containing both big and small publishing houses. At least 77% of all best-selling hardcover and paperback books in the US are distributed by the “Big...

1st Annual Peoria Music Live Festival

1st Annual Peoria Music Live Festival

Tyler Weaver, Writer November 17, 2024

“Will it play in Peoria?” The question that has been around since the 1800’s and has evolved over the years. “If it plays in Peoria, it will play anywhere.” This is regarding products, people,...

With the Fire on High Book Review

With the Fire on High Book Review

November 12, 2024

With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo follows the journey of Emoni Santiago, a teen mother in her final year of high school. Set in Philadelphia, Emoni has a passion for culinary arts and struggles...

Album Review: Cuts & Bruises by Inhaler

Album Review: Cuts & Bruises by Inhaler

Marley Clark, writer November 2, 2024

Cuts & Bruises is an album by Irish band, Inhaler. Originating from Dublin, Ireland, Inhaler, formed in 2012, consists of the following members: lead vocalist and guitarist, Elijah Hewson, bassist...

Why We’re so Jazzed About Jazz (and You Should be Too)

Why We’re so Jazzed About Jazz (and You Should be Too)

Jackson Andrews, writer September 22, 2024

We all know about jazz, a worldwide phenomenon that many listen to every day, from elevators to radio to TV shows, it is found everywhere. But what exactly is jazz? Jazz is a genre of music that originated...

the rose that grew from concrete

Book Review: The Rose That Grew from Concrete by Tupac Shakur

Alanna Ross, writer September 19, 2024

Some may know The Rose That Grew from Concrete, as one of the many popular songs by Tupac Shakur. But not only was it a popular song, it was a poem. For those who do not recognize Tupac Shakur, he was...

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