June 17, 2021By Mary Dodys
It was 2013 when Lorde’s “Royals” was first released and became a radio hit. A majority of its listeners were preteens and teenagers transitioning into early adolescence, which is characterized by rebellion and deep, ever-changing emotions. Whatever it was about the song and its grimy, romanticized lyrics, it hit home to many teenagers discovering who
June 12, 2021By Sophia Moore
“Solar Power,” the latest single released by indie-pop sensation Lorde, is the beginning of a new era for the 24-year-old artist. The New Zealand singer-songwriter is more famously known for her moody, introspective lyrics with music videos shrouded in darker colors and nightscapes. “Solar Power” couldn’t be more different. When the single dropped on Thursday,
June 10, 2021By Nadia Bey
Affinity staff attended the inaugural U.S. Book Show from May 25 to May 27. Here are all the articles we wrote about the conference: Upcoming releases 8 Graphic Novels and Comics to Look For in 2021 Here Are 8 Exciting Thrillers and Mysteries Coming in Fall 8 Biographies and Memoirs to Pick Up in 2021
June 8, 2021By Joanna Hou
Literary fiction has long been seen as a genre that few can enjoy. With themes that traditionally revolved around suburban life and privileged existences, the genre is finally starting to evolve. Featuring forward thinking ideas and beautiful language, these eight books unpack much more than previous literary fiction works. Their mission, along with the rest
June 5, 2021By Larissa Serafina
“In this world of zero/You’re my 1 and only”, sings South Korean group Tomorrow X Together (TXT), read as ‘tomorrow by together’, in the title track of their new album, The Chaos Chapter: Freeze. Released on May 31, Freeze is their second studio album, consisting of eight songs. The group debuted in March 2019, and
June 4, 2021By Mary Dodys
Sienna Mae Gomez’s rise to fame emulated most modern-day social media stars’ stories of viral success. She had a quirky attribute that hit home for many and seemingly spread body positivity, making her seem relatable and vulnerable to the masses. She gained her fame from proudly displaying her stomach rolls, often unbuttoning her pants and
May 30, 2021By Sophia Moore
As the saying goes, knowledge is power. With so much going on in the world regarding politics, the environment, and, most pressingly, the pandemic, it’s hard to stay up to date with what’s happening. The U.S. Book Show not only recognized this but hosted a panel featuring 8 of the hottest books about Current Affairs
May 29, 2021By Nadia Bey
This article is part of our Publishers Weekly U.S. Book Show 2021 Coverage. With the continued growth of streaming, more written works will be adapted into feature films and television shows than ever before, according to four professionals involved in the buying and selling of intellectual property in Hollywood. They discussed the future of book
May 29, 2021By Mary Dodys
After one listen of Olivia Rodrigo’s debut single, “Driver’s License,” I was left wondering who hurt this poor teenage girl. Not being too fond of Disney stars or High School Musical, I was pretty out of the loop when it came to Rodrigo’s music. Prior to its release, though, the song had already gained attraction
May 29, 2021By Sophia Moore
The U.S. Book Show continued to provide more recommendations for book lovers of all genres. On Wednesday, May 26, the Book Show’s Biography and Memoir panel showcased 8 up-and-coming titles for lovers of real stories. From cooking-inspired picks to Jazz Age histories, biographies and memoirs are some of the most varied genres to delve into,
May 27, 2021By Helen Ehrlich
This piece was created in response to/as the award for the success of BTS ARMY in the 2021 Affinity Mayhem competition on Twitter. BTS is inarguably the biggest band on the planet right now, and their fan group is one of the most well organized and dominant fan organizations to date. The Adorable Representative
May 26, 2021By Joanna Hou
The world of mystery is evolving. Though it started out as little more than true crime and detective work, publishers have seen newer mysteries more jam packed with raw, real life events. Emotional intensity and undiscovered histories were key traits of the eight upcoming mysteries featured at Publisher Weekly’s US Book Show. Don Winslow: City