The special issue of ELOPE (Vol. 21, No. 1, 2024), guest edited by Bernarda Leva, Simon Zupan and Nastja Prajnč Kacijan, is a collection of sixteen studies reflecting a blend of continuity and innovation in English Studies. It presents research on diverse themes such as language, literature, translation, and the pandemic's effects on education and drama, underscoring the resilience and adaptability of English Studies.