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The Blue & Gold

The official newspaper of Chamblee High School, preserving the past for the future today!

The official newspaper of Chamblee High School, preserving the past for the future today!

The Blue & Gold

The official newspaper of Chamblee High School, preserving the past for the future today!

The Blue & Gold

Me expressing my love for the Mistborn series. Photo elements from Irasutoya Illustrations. Photo by Humna Ahmad.

Why You Need to Read the Mistborn Series

Humna Ahmad, Staff Writer January 17, 2026

Over my many years of reading, I’ve heard a lot about an author named Brandon Sanderson. I didn’t really think much about him, except for adding some of his series to my 300+-item-long to-read list...

A photo of the author's bookshelf. Photo by Sydney Moss.

My Top 5 Favorite Books of All Time

Sydney Moss, Staff Writer January 3, 2026

For my entire life, I’ve been an avid reader and enjoy all genres of books. Recently, I haven’t had much time to read, but I am always searching for the perfect book to pick up when I do. That said,...

Some of the books in the author's collection. Photo Courtesy of Addy Bair.

Your Next Must-Read: A Guide to Becoming a Reader

Addy Bair, Staff Writer November 22, 2025

I am a big reader, but I haven’t always been. Like most people, I used to finish one or two books a year. I always told myself that I should read more, but I never made a consistent effort to build the...

A photo of the Chamblee High School library. Photo by Michael Bryant.

Can You Read This? Or Better Yet, Do You Want To?

Addy Bair, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

Does anyone read anymore? As technology has become increasingly prevalent, reading for pleasure has been widely replaced by online activities, such as using social media and playing video games. According...

The author's collection of books. Photo Courtesy of Anna Kate Flood ('26).

I Love Reading Again!

Anna Kate Flood, Editor September 5, 2025

When I was in preschool and elementary school, I loved to read. My favorites were Junie B. Jones, The Babysitters Club, and Ramona and Beezus. I learned to read at a young age and loved to read short,...

Some of the Assigned Books for Chamblee High School students. Photo Courtesy of Maren Merkel.

Required Reading: Positives and Pitfalls

Maren Merkel, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

Understanding literature is an important skill to have and develop. Having an understanding of how to properly read and analyze the written word is crucial to communicating with others, staying informed...

The Chamblee library and its notably empty aisles.

Where Are the Readers?

Addison Lyons, Staff Writer January 25, 2024

As of late, it can be difficult not to notice the lack of readers and interest in reading. With teenagers reading less and less each year, it can be challenging for even avid readers to maintain their...

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