Dive Deep Into Your Fandom With These 5 Books
We all probably know that feeling of craving more after you finish your favorite television show or movie—or finding a new artist and wanting to learn everything about them. But did you know there's something else you can do after you binge an entire series or invest all your time into a fan-made forum?
The next time your content runs dry, consider investing in a book to expand the world further. The author's point of view offers a new perspective, opening your eyes to something you may have never thought of or learned.
Below, we gathered our favorite fandom books to dive deeper into your hyperfixation.
A Queen's Hope (Star Wars) by E.K. Johnston
In the Star Wars universe, it's nearly impossible to run out of content, but with so many characters dying, you'll probably wish you had more time with them. For example, we only had the chance to see Padmé in three films of the nine-part Skywalker saga and have always wanted to know more about her. Thanks to their book series, you can watch the Senator go on even more adventures through space while falling in love with Anakin.
Beyond the Story: 10-Year Record of BTS by BTS & Myeongseok Kang
BTS does a stellar job at giving fans a glimpse into their artistry with all their documentaries, but their latest book, Beyond the Story, offers a deeper look into day zero. Learn more about their 10 years together from unknown hopefuls to global superstars with this collection of stories and interviews by Myeongseok Kang.
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Five Nights at Freddy's Graphic Novel Trilogy Box Set by Christopher Hastings, Scott Cawthon & Kira Breed-Wrisley
Five Nights at Freddy's first began as a horror video game series, but its rich plot line opened the door for a film adaptation and multiple book releases. If you've played through the entire game, try rereading the story in a comic book format. Scott Cawthon, the creator of the game, wrote the book, so you know it's canon.
Into the Taylor-Verse: Taylor Swift's Songwriting Eras by Satu Hämeenaho-Fox
As Swifties, we'd think we knew everything about Taylor Swift's nearly two decades-spanning career, but nope. Every day, we learn something new about the Eras Tour songstress. With books like Into the Taylor-Verse, you, too, can discover something you never knew about her, whether it's her methodology for songwriting or a crash course into her obsession with the number 13.
The Umbrella Academy Vol. 1: Apocalypse Suite by Gerard Way
Most people don't know My Chemical Romance frontman Gerard Way created the Netflix viral series, The Umbrella Academy. But honestly, he's an artist, so we're not surprised he's a multi-faceted creative. Like any television adaptation, the book is always better, delivering an even more thorough understanding of the storyline.
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