Dystopian fiction is far from the easiest subgenre to escape into, considering the inherent darkness and ominous warnings of what our future could become. But they're also undeniably enthralling, ...

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The dystopian genre has gained popularity various times throughout literary history, yet another resurgence may be on the horizon due to three massive dystopian book releases. Dystopian fiction ...

Given today’s extreme polarization and highly politicized media climate, I approached George Packer’s new dystopian novel, “The Emergency,” with caution. While I recognized Packer’s name from his ...