Hannah Aster, Author at Shortform Books

Why the Cybersecurity Industry Is Short by 700,000 Workers

What’s behind the cybersecurity industry worker shortage? Why is it a problem? What can be done to fix it? In the second quarter of 2022, fifty-two million data breaches occurred globally. But at a time when the cybersecurity industry has its hands full, it also finds them tied: More than 700,000 cybersecurity positions are unfilled across the US and by 2025, there will be enough vacant jobs to fill 50 NFL stadiums. Below, we’ll examine why there’s a cybersecurity industry worker shortage and what can be done about it.

Does Affirmative Action Work? The 2 Sides of the Argument

Are affirmative action policies still relevant in 2023? Why do some lawmakers want to eliminate affirmative action policies? The Supreme Court will soon decide whether to eliminate affirmative action policies. One side says these policies are still needed to create a just society. The other says they create reverse discrimination. We’ll look at both sides of the debate here.

Geothermal Energy in the US: Pros, Cons, & Future Prospects

Why aren’t we using more geothermal energy in the US? What are the benefits of switching to geothermal energy? America is the world’s leading producer of geothermal energy—but that currently generates less than 1% of the nation’s power. The US hopes to see geothermal generate 8.5% of electricity by 2050, but the cost and accessibility to tap the resource pose significant challenges. Below we’ll explore what geothermal energy is, its benefits and downsides, and prospects for its expansion.

Shortform Reads: Approaching Books From Different Angles

What problem does David have with standard fantasy and sci-fi? Why did he stop reading self-improvement books? David is a Shortform guide writer from New York but currently resides in Italy. He’s a proponent of slow living and has recently begun to find a passion for poetry.

Shortform Reads: Classics, Magic, & Everything in Between

What book made Paige appreciate life more? What book adaptation didn’t hit home? Paige is a Shortform guide writer from Tennessee. She enjoys a wide range of book genres and believes that everyone should read as widely and as often as they can.

Shortform Reads: Transported by Historical Fiction

What book genre does Emory struggle to enjoy? How does Emory handle writing guides to books he disagrees with? Emory is a Shortform guide writer from Maryland. He used to be a physical-copy-only person until he recently discovered the joy of audiobooks.

The Top 5 Travel Myths, Debunked (Plus Travel Tips!)

What are the top five travel myths? Have you allowed any of these myths to hold you back from traveling? There are so many misconceptions about travel that deter people from ever setting foot outside their home country. These myths range from the cost of travel to safety concerns to the ability to travel with children. Here’s why these beliefs, and other myths about travel, are false and shouldn’t hold you back from experiencing what the world has to offer.

Shortform Reads: When a Book Literally Changes Your Life

What book helped Allie quit her job? What book adaptation is Allie in love with? Allie is from New York and is a host on Shortform’s YouTube channel. She enjoys reading a mixture of historical fiction and nonfiction, and she’s even made some major life changes based on what she’s read.

Shortform Reads: Delving Into Surrealism and Mysticism

What book literally changed the course of Kristi’s life? Why did she take a several-year hiatus from reading altogether? Kristi is a Shortform guide writer with truly eclectic taste. She loves magical realism and wishes she could share her love of Richard Brautigan with more people.

Shortform Reads: Switching From Classics to Rule Breakers

What niche book topics are on Sam’s TBR list? What book makes Sam want to run all the time, every day? What genre have they completely changed their mind about? Sam is a Shortform book guide writer from Maine. They love authors who don’t think in binaries, and they enjoy reading in hammocks in the woods and learning about food systems.