Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts by Margaret Atwood: A Love Letter to an Icon When I saw the latest memoir by Margaret Atwood hit the shelves, I felt an instinctive pull—a quirky blend of excitement and nervousness, like finding an old friend open to intimate conversation. Having read my fair share of memoirs (176 to be exact), I approached Book of Lives as both a fan and a seeker of deeper understanding about the woman behind The Handmaid's Tale. Little did I know, this would not just...

Reflecting on Life Through Pages: A Review of Kulang na Silya at Iba pang Kuwentong Buhay When I first picked up Kulang na Silya at Iba pang Kuwentong Buhay: Essays on Life and Writing by the brilliant Ricky Lee, I didn’t just see a collection of essays; I felt like I was opening a door into the heart of a kindred spirit. As someone who once dreamt of wielding words to inspire others while sipping coffee in the cozy corners of public school libraries, Lee’s reflections resonated with me...

Consider This: Moments in My Writing Life After Which Everything Was Different by Chuck Palahniuk - A Personal Reflection As someone who has spent countless hours immersed in the captivating worlds crafted by Chuck Palahniuk, the release of Consider This: Moments in My Writing Life After Which Everything Was Different felt like an invitation to peek behind the curtain of his creative process. I’ve often found myself pondering what transforms an idea into the powerful, oft-controversial narratives that characterize Palahniuk’s work. This memoir, tapping into his experiences as a...