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The Piazza by Herman Melville

The Piazza by Herman Melville was first published in the short story collection The Piazza Tales in 1856. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Piazza by Herman Melville The Piazza by Herman Melville “With fairest flowers,Whilst summer lasts, and I live here, Fidele—” […]

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Men Have Called Her Crazy by Anna Marie Tendler

Throughout history, women who dared to challenge societal norms or express their emotions openly have often been dismissed as “crazy.” This reductive label has been wielded as a weapon to silence, discredit, and control women who refuse to conform to patriarchal expectations. In her raw and unflinching memoir “Men Have Called Her Crazy,” artist Anna […]

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5 Stunning New Books for March 2025

Rolling into March, we’ve got the long awaited new novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and a stunning debut by Silvia Park. Enjoy 5 Stunning New Books for March 2025! This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. 5 Stunning New Books for March 2025 Dream Count […]

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Nuclear War – A Scenario by Annie Jacobsen

The Doomsday Clock Ticks Closer to Midnight It’s 3:03 PM on an ordinary spring afternoon. The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and millions of Americans are going about their daily lives, blissfully unaware that in mere minutes, their world will end in nuclear fire. This is the terrifying scenario that unfolds in Annie Jacobsen’s […]

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Book Review: A Drinker’s Poems Thoughts Dialogue

A Drinker’s Poems Thoughts Dialogue by C.O.B. Genre: Poetry Print Length: 227 pages Amazon Reviewed by Jadidsa Perez Like exploring an abandoned house—enchanting, dangerous, and full of memories A Drinker’s Poems Thoughts Dialogue is an eclectic mix of poetry, prose, and screenplays. As described by the author, the book’s contents were created after drinking in […]

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Book Review: The Wren Enigma

The Wren Enigma by John Broughton Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Crime ISBN: 9784824196033 Print Length: 214 pages Publisher: Next Chapter Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Nikolas Mavreas A fast-paced mystery thriller about London’s built-in secrets John Broughton’s The Wren Enigma is the sixth in a mystery series starring Scotland Yard detective duo Shepherd and […]

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If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay

The Echoes of the Past Have you ever had a moment from your past that haunts you, replaying in your mind like a skipping record? For Ryan Richardson, that moment stretches into years of anguish, suspicion, and a desperate search for the truth. Alex Finlay’s latest psychological thriller, “If Something Happens to Me,” delves deep […]

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The Classic Romance Book Quiz

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, give our Classic Romance Book Quiz a try. Test your knowledge with 10 Questions on famous classic romance novels. Enjoy! This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Classic Romance Book Quiz QUIZ START Books Featured in the Quiz Click on […]

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There’s No Turning Back by Alba de Céspedes

In her groundbreaking 1938 debut novel There’s No Turning Back, Alba de Céspedes crafts an intricate portrait of eight young women navigating love, education, and independence against the backdrop of Fascist Italy. Recently translated by Ann Goldstein, this powerful work demonstrates why de Céspedes deserves recognition as one of the most significant feminist voices of […]

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Book Review: Virgin Island Vengeance

Virgin Island Vengeance by Jack Heape Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Action & Adventure ISBN: 9798989151653 Print Length: 292 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Josie Prado A missing girl’s case turns into a maze of deceit and danger in this thrilling action novel. Ray Ramage is a wealthy, retired naval intelligence officer. Or rather, […]