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‘Against The Loveless World’ Gives a Voice to the Voiceless
Why this book about solitary confinement and one woman’s fight against a world that keeps bringing her down is a must-read for any political fiction fan.
The Feral, The Brutal, and The Supernatural in ‘Mouthful of Birds’
And why I loved this Kafkaesque trip into alternate realities.
When Reading Becomes a Job
I was a professional book nerd, and I hated it. This is why.
Author Spotlight: Linda Wisniewski on Winning a Loaf of Bread and Other Perks of Writing
Dive into this author interview, where novelist Linda Wisniewski shares writing tips, her favorite books, and how she won a loaf of bread for her writing.
Matthew Francis’s Retelling of ‘The Mabinogi’ Revels in the Magic of Poetry
e Mabinogi, consists of four interlinked stories set in a version of Britain in which the magical is only a few steps away and kings can become cobblers.
‘The Gododdin: Lament For The Fallen’ Is a Pathos Laden Masterpeice
Before I dive into this review, I feel a bit of a grounding is needed. The Gododdin by Gillian Clarke is a collection of short elegies mourning the aftermath of a disastrous battle. It is also known by its Brittonic name Y Gododdin, but I will use the English as that is what the bookContinue reading “‘The Gododdin: Lament For The Fallen’ Is a Pathos Laden Masterpeice”
‘Where the Stork Flies’ Is a Powerful Account of Female Strength Through History
Why you should read Linda Wisniewski’s time travel novel
10 Lesbian and Bisexual Books That Made It to the Big Screen
Discover these LGBTQ+ titles that have been adapted for film if you’re looking for more queer content this Pride month.
Author Spotlight: Reinfred Addo on Writing, Publishing, and Inspiration
The Ghanaian-American author of ‘The Dedicadas’ shares insights on his craft and his top 3 favourite books.
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