You: The Story: A Writer's Guide to Craft Through Memory by Ruta Sepetys When a dear friend recommended You: The Story by Ruta Sepetys, I was intrigued. Not only is Sepetys a #1 New York Times bestselling author known for her poignant historical fiction, but this book marked her foray into the realm of nonfiction. As a lifelong reader and aspiring writer, I often find myself searching for guidance and inspiration to help me sift through the tangled mess of thoughts I call my own creative process. With that...

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....

A Journey Through Time and Regret: A Review of The Memory Collectors by Jessica Hurst As an avid reader with a particular fondness for science fiction that weaves in human emotion, I was immediately drawn to The Memory Collectors by Jessica Hurst. The concept of reliving pivotal moments of our past struck a deep chord. I often ponder what choices I would change if given the chance, and I felt an irresistible pull to explore this poignant premise. In The Memory Collectors, Hurst presents a thought-provoking narrative that centers around...