08 Sep

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Review of The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo When I first spotted The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo on my bookshelf, I felt that familiar tingle of anticipation sweep over me. DiCamillo has long held a special place in my heart with her enchanting storytelling, and the premise of a boy encountering a tiger in the misty Florida woods piqued my curiosity instantly. Little did I realize that within these pages, I would find a profound exploration of grief, courage, and the liberating power of friendship. Set against the backdrop...

20 Jul

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Review of Still Here: A Poetry Memoir of Grief & Love by Jenny Smith When I first came across Still Here: A Poetry Memoir of Grief & Love by Jenny Smith, I felt an immediate pull. The title, with its poignant duality—reminding us of loss and the enduring power of love—echoed my own experiences with grief. As soon as I began reading, I knew I had stumbled upon something deeply personal yet universally relevant. Jenny's exploration of her brother's unexpected loss resonated with a raw honesty that compelled me...

17 Jul

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A Letter to Memory: Reflections on Victoria Chang's Dear Memory There are books that simply beckon to you from the shelf, whispering promises of connection and understanding. Victoria Chang's Dear Memory: Letters on Writing, Silence and Grief was one of those books for me, its title resonating with a deep familiarity. As someone who often wanders through the labyrinth of memories—celebrating the joyous while grappling with the bittersweet—I was curious to see how Chang would navigate her own experiences of grief and silence through the powerful lens of letters....

29 Jun

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Review of Loving Sylvia Plath: A Reclamation by Andrea Van Duyne When I first came across Loving Sylvia Plath: A Reclamation by Andrea Van Duyne, I was intrigued—not just by Plath's enduring legacy in literature, but more so by her complex relationship with Ted Hughes. Van Duyne’s exploration promises to shed light on a history that often feels entwined not just in love, but manipulation and tragedy. As someone who has always believed that understanding the human element in literary history is crucial, this book spoke to me on...