06 Jul

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Embracing C. S. Lewis: A Journey Through Writing and Life As a lifelong admirer of C. S. Lewis, the moment I stumbled upon C. S. Lewis and the Art of Writing by Corey Latta, something in me stirred with anticipation. After all, Lewis has been a guiding light through my own writing endeavors and existential musings since my first encounter with The Chronicles of Narnia. This book not only delves into Lewis’s multifaceted artistry—encompassing essays, poetry, novels, and theological discourses—but also invites us into the intricate tapestry of his...

06 Jul

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Review: Novelist as a Vocation by Haruki Murakami As a lifelong admirer of Haruki Murakami’s mesmerizing narratives, I was drawn to Novelist as a Vocation like a moth to a flickering light. It promises not just to unravel the mystique behind this literary master’s art but also offers personal reflections that every aspiring writer or book lover can appreciate. Murakami, with his signature blend of introspection and whimsy, invites us into the intricate world of his creative process. In this collection of essays, Murakami reflects on the art of...

28 Jun

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Review of The Novelist by Jordan Castro When I stumbled upon Kate Knibbs’ article, "Finally, a Novel That Gets the Internet Right," I felt an odd pull toward Jordan Castro’s The Novelist. Maybe it was the promise of an honest take on digital culture, or perhaps my lingering fascination with alt-lit, despite its pitfalls. As I rounded the halfway mark of my Goodreads Reading Challenge, sitting at ninety-nine books, I decided that this short novel—a quick read of about forty thousand words—would fit neatly into my quest for artistic...