

It's Lit!
Overview
A series of smart, funny video essays from PBS Digital Studios about their favorite books and why they love to read. Host Lindsay Ellis delves into topics like the evolution of YA, how science fiction mirrors our own anxieties, and why the book is sometimes just a _bit_ better than the movie.
Seasons (2)
Season 1
13 Episodes
2018
Season 2
15 Episodes
2020
Series Cast
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