Tag Archives: art

New Patreon Benefit Added: Monthly Personal Tarot Readings

Hi everyone, I’m so glad to be back on the blog and I hope you enjoyed the recent introduction of a videos on here. It’s been fun to learn the whole process of editing, effects and scripting. So, I have some exciting news! I recently a new benefit for my $4 a month patrons. TheContinue reading “New Patreon Benefit Added: Monthly Personal Tarot Readings”

Does Shock Value Have a Place in Literature? | A Discussion of ‘Tender is the Flesh’ by Agustina Bazterrica

Despite a disturbing and at times horrific premise, it can’t be ignored that Tender Is The Flesh touches on some important topics such as: poverty, injustice, the corrupting nature of influence, hypocrisy, and the power of socialization to normalize atrocities. With all that said and for all it’s true shock value, though it was inContinue reading “Does Shock Value Have a Place in Literature? | A Discussion of ‘Tender is the Flesh’ by Agustina Bazterrica”

A Truly Dark Fairytale: ‘All the Murmuring Bones’ by A.G. Slatter

Hey guys, I hope you’ll forgive me as I am embarrassingly late to posting this video on here. If you like this review, you may want to stick around for the next one which will be Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie! The novel follows two siblings in Nigeria as their family is split upContinue reading “A Truly Dark Fairytale: ‘All the Murmuring Bones’ by A.G. Slatter”

Taylor Jenkins Reid and the Art of Form

In today’s video, we are discussing Taylor Jenkins Reid’s The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and drawing comparisons to the newer of her works, Daisy Jones and The Six. Together, we will discover just how much form matters to our characters and story! I didn’t want to just do a book review because many, manyContinue reading “Taylor Jenkins Reid and the Art of Form”

Book Review: Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan

Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan follows the harrowing adventures of Xingyin as she works to set her mother free from imprisonment on the moon. Along the way, she will encounter love, betrayal and treachery in a kingdom where gossip and rumor rule with an iron fist. Tan’s debut novel is packedContinue reading “Book Review: Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan”

Reader Poll: Which Book Should I Review?

My first exclusive reader poll is up now on Patreon! It’s important to me that you guys have a say in the content that I put out. I wouldn’t be able to do any of this if it wasn’t for you! Because of that, I want to give you all the benefits possible. The videoContinue reading “Reader Poll: Which Book Should I Review?”

Affirmations and Asking Ourselves Uncomfortable Questions

Here’s a prompt for us today. What would I do if I loved myself? Now, this is a great question for general productivity. A person who loved themselves would tend to their needs to the best of their ability and circumstance. However, the whole journey into asking ourself this question (and others like it) mayContinue reading “Affirmations and Asking Ourselves Uncomfortable Questions”

“Priestess”: A Poem

Hey guys, I appreciate your patience with me as I share work that I’ve posted on other platforms! I’m working on more blog exclusive content as you guys were my first supporters and I am endlessly appreciative of everyone who follows me here! In fact, I invite you to comment more of what you wouldContinue reading ““Priestess”: A Poem”

Book Review: My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh

There is definitely a lot to discuss here. I can’t quite reconcile my feelings on this one yet. I am a sucker for dry humor and I do love some good societal commentary. However there are a few things that continue to bother me…

The Song of Achilles – An LGBTQ Character Study

I’m interested to know your thoughts on this! Personally, I’m still working out how this fits into the mythological retellings I already know. However, I can say that it is a fresh take and a perspective that was needed.

A Poem to Help Us Through the Week

Please try not to forget how truly strong you are. I know that’s easier said than done. I routinely forget my own inner strength and fall victim to my vices. Thankfully, I have friends and family that have the grace to remind me of the power within. I know many of us don’t have thatContinue reading “A Poem to Help Us Through the Week”