Latest Articles
“What is the meaning of life?” is a big question that leads to another: “What is the meaning of death?”
Word on Fire’s ongoing project is a multi-volume commentary Bible that goes through the entire text of the scriptures and offers useful commentary from dozens of prominent Catholic thinkers.
GUG writer Thomas White offers ideas on how to break through the horror of writer’s block, whether for essays, articles, or personal work.
Comics & Graphic Novels
Our Books Department editor explores what it’s like to be a librarian celebrating intellectual freedom while her hometown bans books.
This Image Comic series tells a moving tale which combines the struggle of caring for an aging parent with mythical mayhem.
The Nickelodeon fan-favorite character returns for a new graphic novel adventure!
Manga
Review — Oshi no Ko (Vol. 1 & Episode 1)
Oshi no Ko is a popular anime of the Spring 2023 season, but how does the story hold up in both its original and adapted forms?
Review – Akira
Forty years after the influential manga’s release, we examine if it still deserves its status. Check out our review to see the conclusion.
Review – Demon Slayer series
Demon Slayer appears to be standard shonen fare, but it is much more. Tanjiro’s search for a cure for demons keeps readers on their toes.
Novels
Review – Elantris
Elantris is Brandon Sanderson’s debut novel, and one of the Cosmere’s earliest stories. Our review examines whether it’s worth reading.
Review — Verity
Colleen Hoover has gained popularity thanks to TikTok. Her suspense novel Verity is applauded as one of her best works. But, is it really?
Classic Review — The Horse and His Boy (1954)
The fifth published Narnia book explores some of the darkest themes in the saga.
Non-Fiction
Interview — Douglas Kaine McKelvey, Creator Of Every Moment Holy
The popular liturgical devotional has sold 350,000 copies in six years.
Review – The Biblical Trinity
A new book explores the basics of Christian teachings on the Trinity in scripture.
A Brief Introduction To The Church Fathers
Two new books from last year highlight the philosophical background of early Christianity.
Classics
Classic Review — The Horse and His Boy (1954)
The fifth published Narnia book explores some of the darkest themes in the saga.
Classic Review: The Man Born To Be King (1942)
The Man Who Would Be King is an accessible work that puts the complex life and theology of Christ into the words of normal people.
Classic Review — The Consolation of Philosophy (523AD)
The 6th century Roman philosopher explores how philosophy can lead us towards Christ.