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The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
"Bog Myrtle," Sid Sharp's second book, sits in the library. The children's picture book has a cozy feel, which heightens its comedy when fairytale-like imagery is contrasted with more "modern" concepts.

Review: Children’s book ‘Bog Myrtle’ is an enchanting new cautionary tale for all ages

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
December 15, 2024
A student reads "Exit West" by Moshin Hamid in the Tia Palermo Library. The novel follows refugees Nadia and Saeed as they emigrate from their home country to the United States through a series of magical doors.

Review: Moshin Hamid’s “Exit West” inspires empathy, modern storytelling

By Oona Seppala, Multimedia Editor
September 11, 2024
Voltaire's "Candide," one of the world's most well-known works of satire, is displayed. The 1759 novel questioned the Catholic Church and criticized authorities at a time when it was extremely dangerous to do so. Does it have the same impact today?

Review: ‘Candide’ may not be the best of all possible book choices for teens

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
March 1, 2024
This photo displays the front cover of Emily Henry’s "Happy Place." Henry's dependable annual release takes readers through a bubbly summer romance. With its adorable Maine summer house location and playful friend group dynamic, the couples were so fun to get to know. Photo Source: Image from Official Emily Henry Site.

Column: ‘Happy Place’ for ‘Book Lovers’

By Madeleine Beaubaire, Columnist
October 17, 2023
Four books written by Latina writers are displayed above. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I recommend checking out these books that depict the stories and history of Latines in the United States.

Five books written by Latina authors to read right now

By Lizette Gonzalez, Features Editor
September 24, 2022
Science fiction and fantasy books "Legend," "Klara and the Sun," "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" and "Boy, Snow, Bird" are stacked on a table. Students read these books in various clubs, activities and classes at Archer.

Science fiction, fantasy books ‘enhance empathy,’ develop ‘greater ability to change’ among readers

By Audrey Chang, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2022
Chelsea Austin explains the inspiration for her book at her book talk. Austin held a book talk for the Archer community April 1 to discuss her new memoir, “Inexplicably Me.” “I just want everybody to walk away feeling as loved as possible because a lot of people don’t feel that love, at home, at school, wherever it is,” Austin said. “So my hope is that I can exude this aura of love and that they can take away that they feel loved, even if it’s not conscious.”

Alumni Chelsea Austin’s book talk teaches attendees ‘self worth, self acceptance’

By Maia Alvarez, Features Editor
May 1, 2022
“These Violent Delights” by Chloe Gong has earned its title as a New York Times Bestseller. It is a wonderful retelling of an old love story that we all know and love, but with a twist; now it is set in Shanghai and includes an Asian main character.

Review: Juliet-reimagined

By Sydney Frank, Columnist
January 23, 2022
Maria Hinojosa's memoir "Once I Was You," sits on a book shelf in Barnes and Nobles. Hinojosa's memoir touches on her personal journey as a journalist and emphasizes the importance of reporting on difficult topics, such as the immigration crisis.

Review: Maria Hinojosa’s memoir ‘Once I Was You’ highlights importance of diverse journalism

By Lizette Gonzalez, Features Editor
January 7, 2022
Diana Urban’s “All Your Twisted Secrets” is the perfect story for fans of thrillers and teen mysteries. Released in 2020, the novel takes place in the present day and is set in a terrifying escape room- like scenario. Urban’s eventful hour, filled with secrets, suspense, and flashbacks that slowly reveal the culprit’s identity make this an exciting book that is not to be missed.

Review: ‘All Your Twisted Secrets’ is the cloak-and-dagger novel you didn’t know you needed 

By Annabelle Chang
May 19, 2021
Creative writing class holds end-of-year reading

Creative writing class holds end-of-year reading

By Grace Dieveney, Staff Writer
May 23, 2018
"Rookie on Love" edited by Tavi Gevinson. The book was released on Jan. 1, 2018, and is available now.

Review: Book ‘Rookie on Love’ expertly explores the emotion we’re all curious about

By Nicki Rosenberg, Managing Editor
February 25, 2018
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