Review of Beginnings, Middles & Ends by Nancy Kress As a writer, I often find myself standing at the edge of an idea, excitement bubbling beneath the surface but hesitant to take that leap into crafting a story. Enter Beginnings, Middles & Ends by Nancy Kress—a guiding beacon that promises not just to spark inspiration but also to nurture it into a fully-fledged narrative. The title itself felt like an invitation, coaxing me to navigate the intricate landscape of storytelling, where every component plays a crucial role in engaging...

Review of All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told by Douglas Wolk As someone who has always felt a kinship with comic books, the moment I stumbled upon Douglas Wolk’s All of the Marvels, I was captivated. The idea of diving into the entirety of the Marvel Universe—540,000 pages worth—felt daunting and exhilarating all at once. I mean, how can one person not only digest but also articulate such a monumental journey? Wolk does just that, weaving together an intricate narrative...