I have a package of bookplates that sit in my dresser drawer. It is not an item I use with any sort of frequency, but I have recently encountered a book worthy of a bookplate sticker. By marking this book as ex libris, I am specifying that: the novel was thought provoking and engrossing;the author … Continue reading Bookplate Worthy: A Review of The Midnight Library
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I Found A Unicorn
Oops. Sorry for the clickbait. I didn't find a unicorn, but I discovered the most important book to read before November: And here is an important excerpt: "What happens when conspiracy theories become the coin of politics, and mainstream media and educational institutions are discredited, is that citizens no longer have a common reality that … Continue reading I Found A Unicorn
Art is Hard
In high school, I gravitated toward the creative kids. I took ceramics and creative writing; I found myself in drama class doing a poor version of Monty Python’s silly walk. (I just couldn’t loosen up enough to be that silly.) No matter what class I was sitting in, I suffered from imposter syndrome. I was … Continue reading Art is Hard
Play Chess, Not Checkers: Advice From a Boss Bitch
It seems like the word “entrepreneur” can be found everywhere. Entrepreneur is a buzz word that’s usually prefaced by a hashtag or splashed onto an IG post in a trendy font. The fascination is understandable - there is a certain glamour associated with the term. Who doesn’t want to be known for taking a risk … Continue reading Play Chess, Not Checkers: Advice From a Boss Bitch
Fiction or Foreshadowing: Tell Me How This Ends Well
Common bookworm struggles include discovering new reads and having a large enough budget to accommodate said book discoveries. When I stumbled upon Penguin Random House’s program, Blogging for Books, I was thrilled. Free books in exchange for book reviews (which I happen to love writing)….a definite no brainer! Within the literary fiction genre, David Samuel … Continue reading Fiction or Foreshadowing: Tell Me How This Ends Well
Accidental Blogger
It's been a minute, folks. I've had many post ideas, but found myself lacking in either time or motivation. I intend to make improvements in this area, with plans to write with more consistency. Even though I haven't posted much, I have continued to make my way through some amazing books, including Eating in the … Continue reading Accidental Blogger
SoCo
I am not a good traveler. As much as my heart may desire to explore other places, I am a creature that thrives on routines. My sanity is held together by very specific sleep habits (a fan for white noise, complete silence and no lights or electronics), access to soft, furry mammals, and my beloved … Continue reading SoCo
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