03 May

Rediscovering the Art of Expression: A Review of The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad As someone who often wrestles with the chaos of digital distractions, I was drawn to The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad. This book promises not just a guide to journaling, but a profound exploration of transformation through the written word. Having followed Jaouad's journey through her poignant memoir, Between Two Kingdoms, I felt an undeniable connection to her voice and insights, making this read not just...

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03 May

You Are Fatally Invited: A Flatter Than Pancakes Experience I came across You Are Fatally Invited by Lainey Pliego, drawn in by its intriguing premise and the allure of mystery writers trapped on an island. I thought, "How fun could this be?" Alas, it turned out more like a questionable pancake: delectably anticipated yet utterly flat. From the outset, the premise had promise. An ensemble of famous mystery writers gathered at an isolated mansion, ready to craft a story — or so I thought. Instead, what unfolded was a...

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03 May

I first encountered Virginia Woolf's A Room of One’s Own in a dusty corner of my local library, its pages aged like fine wine. I was immediately intrigued not just by the title, but by the promise of a unique exploration into women and fiction. Woolf’s famous assertion that “a woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction” resonated deeply with me. It invited me to reflect on my own creative spaces and financial stability, offering a poignant commentary on...

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03 May

Draft No. 4: On the Writing Process – A Reflection When I first picked up Draft No. 4: On the Writing Process by John McPhee, I was coming in almost completely blind. I had never been a reader of The New Yorker nor was I familiar with McPhee's oeuvre. Gifted this book as a thoughtful holiday present, I was curious but unsure what to expect. Little did I know, it would speak to my inner writer and ignite a deep appreciation for the craft of nonfiction. McPhee's Draft No. 4...

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