09 Aug

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Review of The Index of Self-Destructive Acts by Christopher Beha When I first stumbled upon The Index of Self-Destructive Acts, the title and its association with baseball statistics instantly piqued my interest. As someone who appreciates the rich metaphors that sports can bring to life, I was eager to dive into a narrative woven around America’s favorite pastime, crafted by Christopher Beha. Unfortunately, while the book presents itself as an exploration of baseball, it morphs into a weighty examination of personal failings and deeply flawed characters. At the heart...

01 Aug

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Book Review: A Theory of Dreaming (A Study in Drowning, #2) by Ava Reid I can’t even begin to express my excitement when I discovered Ava Reid had written a sequel to A Study in Drowning. It was like Christmas morning for a bookworm, each page a gift of immersion and discovery! After the cliffhanger ending of the first book, I was practically doing a happy dance on my couch, ready to dive back into the intriguing world Reid had crafted. A Theory of Dreaming brings back Effy and...

21 Jul

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Book Review: Seduction Theory by A.M. Homes When I first encountered Seduction Theory, I was instantly intrigued—not just by the title but by the promise of an academic setting peppered with complexities of infidelity, obsession, and emotional boundaries. As an admirer of nuanced narratives, particularly those that delve into fraught relationships, I found myself anticipating something similar to Susan Choi’s My Education, which beautifully weaves together academia and entangled lives. I was eager to dive into A.M. Homes’s world. From the get-go, we meet Robbie, a graduating student deep in...

04 Jul

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Unlocking Character Depth: A Review of The Psychology Workbook for Writers by Darian Smith As a writer, I've often felt the pang of uncertainty when crafting characters—those complex, multi-layered beings who should echo the authentic nuances of human experience. Enter The Psychology Workbook for Writers by Darian Smith, a blend of psychological insight and writing guidance that compelled me to dive deeper into understanding my characters. With Darian’s expertise as both an accomplished writer and a trained psychologist, this workbook promised to be more than just a typical writing...

06 Jun

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A Dose of Laughter in Business: A Review of Humor, Seriously by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas In a world where business emails are often more sterile than a hospital room, the cheerful promise of Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Superpower at Work and in Life (And How Anyone Can Harness It. Even You) by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas caught my attention like the first sparkly pop of a champagne cork at a celebratory gathering. This book explores a refreshing idea: humor isn’t just for comedians—it’s a...

05 Jun

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Book Review: How to Win an Information War: The Propagandist Who Outwitted Hitler by Peter Pomerantsev When I stumbled upon How to Win an Information War, I felt an immediate tug of curiosity; how could the historical tales of British anti-Nazi propaganda resonate with the current conflict in Ukraine? Peter Pomerantsev, a writer whose previous work, Nothing is True and Everything is Possible, had already captivated me with his piercing insights into Putin’s Russia, was poised to weave past and present together in a way that could illuminate our...