01 May

Embracing Resistance: A Journey Through The War of Art As a writer navigating the chaotic waters of creativity, I stumbled upon Steven Pressfield's The War of Art at a moment when my own resolve wavered. Like Holden Caulfield, I found myself surrounded by the “phonies” of procrastination, wrestling with the very same “Resistance” Pressfield so aptly defines. This book can feel like a mirror, reflecting not only our struggles but also our potential to transcend them. From the very first page, I was captivated by Pressfield’s earnest voice, one that...

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01 May

Diving into the Messy Joy of Creativity: A Reflection on The Writing Life I remember the exact moment I first laid eyes on The Writing Life by Annie Dillard. It was a nostalgic gift from one of my favorite professors, a beacon of guidance during my undergraduate years. Little did she know, three out of four books she gifted me that day were about writing—an early indication of my budding passion. Fast forward to several years later, when I finally picked it up, not particularly for a lack of...

07:59 / Reviews
01 May

Finding My Way Through The Fog: A Review of The Story She Left Behind When I first stumbled upon The Story She Left Behind by Susan Meissner, I was immediately drawn in by its intriguing premise: a historical mystery revolving around a daughter's quest for her missing mother's manuscript. The blend of literary discovery and emotional depth promised a rich reading experience, and I found myself eagerly anticipating the journey. Sadly, my excitement gave way to disappointment, as aspects of the plot and character development fell short of my...

07:57 / Reviews
01 May

There’s something about Truman Alexander that Skyler Finch finds incredibly annoying. Actually, there are several things: his voice (grating), his arrogance (total know-it-all) and his debate team obsession (eyeroll). She does her best to avoid him and focus on the important stuff: friends, school, and her boyfriend Eli. His promposal was perfect—just like he is—and the future is looking bright. Or is it? For some unexplainable reason, Skyler’s phone is sending her notifications from the future … a future in which, to her horror, she appears to be...

07:55 / Too Much To Write