Fiction
A Contrasting Couple of Book Review Haiku
A few weeks ago, I came across Judey Kalchik’s post about creating haiku with the subject of the poem being a book review. I’ve written a few book reviews, but they were more on the long-form side to fit work as assignments for when I was in my MFA program. And while I’ve wanted to continue writing book reviews, my brain has supplied me with many distractions and worries to keep me from digging into serious book reviewing.
Hannah E. AaronPublished 10 months ago in BookClubWild Heart Of The ATX
Over on Dark Corners Blog, we're hosting a summer reading series devoted to staying sane in this Gawd awful Texas sun. With temperatures climbing into the low 100s, we're in desperate need of some relief!
Ashley McGeePublished 10 months ago in BookClub"Miserere": Jean Christophe Grange's Riveting Exploration of Darkness"
The pace that takes your breath away, the excitement and tension that never cease! They were children... In the purity of the most exquisite diamonds...
A book that had a profound effect on me.
When you live a busy lifestyle, it may be difficult to shake the feelings of worry and anxiety that come along with it. Reading, on the other hand, has been shown to really aid reduce feelings of stress. Not only that, but it also has the potential to assist you in having a more restful night's sleep.
Jacob DamianPublished 10 months ago in BookClub19th Century: The Fury Of Oliver Twist.
Once upon a time, in the bustling and grimy streets of 19th-century London, lived a young boy named Oliver Twist. Oliver is a wretched child who is burdened by unfortunate circumstances, often neglected or mistreated. He suffered from poverty, lack of proper care, absence of love and support. His innocence was overshadowed by a constant struggle for survival, leaving him with little hope for a brighter future.
Okwori Emmanuel OwoichoPublished 10 months ago in BookClubA Magical Journey Through "The Land of Stories" by Chris Colfer
In a literary realm where the enchantment of childhood and the wonder of fantasy collide, "The Land of Stories" by Chris Colfer stands as a dazzling beacon of imagination and heart. With its engaging storytelling, well-crafted characters, and a world brimming with magic, this enchanting book takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the power of the written word.
Y.A. Fiction Isn't Just For Kids
Nothing can quite describe the joy of walking through the Junior's or Young Adult section of a library when you're a kid. Moving up at last from picture books to chapter books is a heck of a milestone: for once you feel grown up, sophisticated, not like the babies sitting in a circle for story time and hand puppets. It's a feeling that can't quite be explained, and once that magic is gone it's almost impossible to recapture it.
Natalie GrayPublished 10 months ago in BookClubThe Tale of Despereaux
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate Di'Camillo completely changed the way I thought about writing. When I read The Tale of Despereaux, I was only 8 years old, very susceptible to learning and changes. At the time, I believed what all 8-year-olds believed: the Golden Rules of Writing. You cannot have any run-on sentences. You cannot start a sentence with the letter "and." And you cannot speak to your reader using the word "I."
Anne of Green Gables
The book that changed my life the most was Anne of Green Gable by Lucy Maud Montgomery. This book gave me the courage to be me and helped shape me into the writer I am today. Anne, with an E, helped me understand that there was life after mortal embarrassment. This book is one I encouraged both my children to read.
Mother CombsPublished 10 months ago in BookClubOlive’s Ocean
“She tried to imagine what it would feel like to be hit by a car… A mail truck sounded its horn as it thundered past and Martha could feel its power. The force blew her hair away from her face. She winced; even her toes tightened.” -Olive’s Ocean
Shelby HagoodPublished 10 months ago in BookClubOn the Outside
No, I did not live a life filled with rumbles and small-town crime and golden sunsets. Nonetheless, S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders" is one novel that always manages to draw me back, especially when I'm reminded of my "outsider" ways myself.
Lizzy RosePublished 10 months ago in BookClubThe Lord of the Rings: Book Summery
The Lord of the Rings: The Epic Battle of Good vs. Evil - A Story of Friendship, Courage, and Sacrifice The Lord of the Rings is an epic high fantasy trilogy written by English philologist and University of Oxford professor J. R. R. Tolkien. The story began as a sequel to Tolkien's 1937 fantasy novel The Hobbit, but eventually developed into a much larger work. Written in stages between 1937 and 1949, with much of it being written during World War II, it was originally published in three volumes in 1954 and 1955. It has since been reprinted numerous times and translated into at least 38 languages, becoming one of the best-selling novels ever written.
Motivation MotivationPublished 10 months ago in BookClub