Meade's chapbook is full of insight, humor, and truly remarkable writing. This book was able to examine the role and expectations that are attached toMeade's chapbook is full of insight, humor, and truly remarkable writing. This book was able to examine the role and expectations that are attached to fatherhood, breaking them into bits, only to expose the very real, messy, beautiful reality beneath it. I am not a parent, but I could relate to the depth and beauty of relay that occurs within our closest relationships. This book has a unique take on what it means to be a parent and a witness to another's existence and, upon closer examination, how we witness ourselves through the heartache, expectation, laughter, and constant forgiveness that love demands....more
I enjoyed Sue Mell's novel immensely. Exploring the themes of grief, aging, family dynamics, and the ways we seek securLovely writing, heartfelt story
I enjoyed Sue Mell's novel immensely. Exploring the themes of grief, aging, family dynamics, and the ways we seek security, Mell managed to create characters that were realistic and nuanced. This is a beautiful and tender journey story that touches many relatable topics and offers just enough unexpected hope to make the heart swell....more
Poppy's collection of poetry explores the mystery and beauty of nature alongside the human potential that lives somewhere beyond our imposed boundariePoppy's collection of poetry explores the mystery and beauty of nature alongside the human potential that lives somewhere beyond our imposed boundaries. These are poems to savor. Truly. ...more
This is my best book and one that took me a decade to write. If you are interested in buying it, please consider supporting an independent bookstore iThis is my best book and one that took me a decade to write. If you are interested in buying it, please consider supporting an independent bookstore if you can. https://www.indiebound.org/book/97819......more
I was honored to receive an ARC of this precisely written collection by Karin Cecile Davidson. This is a collection of stories about the lives and relI was honored to receive an ARC of this precisely written collection by Karin Cecile Davidson. This is a collection of stories about the lives and relationships of women with each other, significant and insignificant others, and the world. The scenes are crisp and memorable, as are many of the lines, but what makes this book stand out is the depth of emotional truths that invite us to face realities of life past and present with the honesty only strong fiction can manage....more
I was lucky enough to be an early reader of this book. While I don't ordinarily read Westerns, this book brought a traditional hero into a modern settI was lucky enough to be an early reader of this book. While I don't ordinarily read Westerns, this book brought a traditional hero into a modern setting and surprised me at every turn. The writing is tender, smart, and easy to read. Highly recommended!...more
It was a true privilege to read an advance copy of How We Disappear. This is a gorgeous and wide-ranging collection of finely penned stories by an autIt was a true privilege to read an advance copy of How We Disappear. This is a gorgeous and wide-ranging collection of finely penned stories by an author who knows how to create atmospheric detail that brings a wide variety of landscapes to life. Masih is adept at creating memorable characters - the range and depth of their stories show great skill, and the attention to nuance are immersive. There's something for every mood and inclination in this collection. I savored each story and will no doubt return to this collection, which calls to its reader long after the last page is turned....more
I wrote this book. I also had a very extensive launch planned starting early March, in partnership with AUX Media, then COVID-19 hit and I didn't feelI wrote this book. I also had a very extensive launch planned starting early March, in partnership with AUX Media, then COVID-19 hit and I didn't feel as though I was in a good place to promote. Accordingly, this novel-in-stories hasn't made the rounds I'd like it to make yet, but I put everything into this collection of fiction, so I'm rating it 5 stars. Total bias. I hope you read it. Jen...more
Tina Barry's Beautiful Raft, provides a gorgeously rendered glimpse into the enigmatic lives of UK artist Jean McNeil and her mother, Virginia HaggardTina Barry's Beautiful Raft, provides a gorgeously rendered glimpse into the enigmatic lives of UK artist Jean McNeil and her mother, Virginia Haggard. These poems and interludes examine not only the deep complexities of a family but also the interplay between art and society. Beyond Barry's probing portrayal is an examination of the concept of artistic mastery and what it takes to both create and be seen in the world. ...more
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