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Sep 24, 20233 min read

Book Review: John Nyman’s The Devil

John Nyman is poet, a dance critic, and a theater critic. Nyman wrote a short book of poems titled The Devil, that was published mid-pandemi

Essay: He Who is Without Sin: Nuanced Survivor Narrative or Problematic Representation?

A. L. Sarino

Sep 23, 20236 min read

Essay: He Who is Without Sin: Nuanced Survivor Narrative or Problematic Representation?

In an age where men in the media are subjected to sole agency when encountering sexual assault, the supposed solution loses its purpose.

Singing, Screaming, Croaking: Melodies in Emma Donoghue’s 'Frog Music'

Sarah Hajkowski

Sep 22, 20239 min read

Singing, Screaming, Croaking: Melodies in Emma Donoghue’s 'Frog Music'

Melody, womanhood, and fate entangle in Emma Donoghue's historical fiction novel 'Frog Music.'

Ola Musique on Afro Soul Gospel and Reinventing Gospel Sounds

kennethonwurah75

Sep 21, 20234 min read

Ola Musique on Afro Soul Gospel and Reinventing Gospel Sounds

Ola Musique is a musician based in Abuja Nigeria, known for infusing pidgin English into a gospel genre called Afro-soul gospel.

Opening Up: A Personal Exploration of Asexual Identity

Gokul KP

Sep 20, 20236 min read

Opening Up: A Personal Exploration of Asexual Identity

A personal essay delving into the writer's narrative as asexual, from the initial confusion to the empowerment that accompanies visibility..

Culture: Decoding the Symbolism Behind Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Signature Loop Cap

KASIM, Shalom

Sep 19, 20232 min read

Culture: Decoding the Symbolism Behind Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Signature Loop Cap

Shalom Kasim explores the symbolic meaning behind Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Signature Loop Cap.

Tomas Maldonado

Sep 18, 20239 min read

Essay: El Paso, That Place with All the ‘Greasy Mexicans’

A cultural essay exploring the dysphemism and a controversy that occurred in the 80s in El Paso, Texas.

Frank Njugi on Exploring Nostalgia and Multilingualism in Risto Za Maswara

Amanda Nechesa

Sep 17, 20235 min read

Frank Njugi on Exploring Nostalgia and Multilingualism in Risto Za Maswara

Interview with journalist, poet and writer, Frank Njugi on his first micro chapbook, Risto Za Maswara.

Steph Ox on Poetry, Children's Books, and Writing through a Personal Lens

Dea Fejzullahu

Sep 16, 20233 min read

Steph Ox on Poetry, Children's Books, and Writing through a Personal Lens

An interview with Steph Ox, a poet-writer, research assistant, and a bestselling children's book author from Philadelphia.

Second Chances at Life: Isekai and the Reincarnated Villainess Arc

Ananya Roy

Sep 15, 20234 min read

Second Chances at Life: Isekai and the Reincarnated Villainess Arc

Deep-dive into the world of the villainess of isekai, where revenge is best-served cold!

C.K. Beggan on her favourite books, inspiration, and writing with chronic illness

amandaatkins8152

Sep 14, 20234 min read

C.K. Beggan on her favourite books, inspiration, and writing with chronic illness

C.K. Beggan is an independent fantasy author and book blogger who writes for young adults and adults.

Back in Time, to the Beginning: A Tribute to Taylor Swift and a New Age

Xiao Faria da Cunha

Sep 12, 20235 min read

Back in Time, to the Beginning: A Tribute to Taylor Swift and a New Age

A creative essay and tribute to Taylor Swift, her re-recordings, and presence in girlhoods around the world

Aleena Sharif on Art and Expressing Her Own Experiences through Paint

Dea Fejzullahu

Sep 11, 20234 min read

Aleena Sharif on Art and Expressing Her Own Experiences through Paint

Dea Fejzullahu interviews Aleena Sharif, an artist from Karachi, Pakistan known for representing the female body through her craft.

Writing Life: How to Find a Supportive Editing Group

Rosemary Twomey

Sep 8, 20235 min read

Writing Life: How to Find a Supportive Editing Group

Learn where to find an editing group that will bring out the best in your writing.

Movie Review: Queer Representation in Lopez' 'Red,White & Royal Blue' Adaptation

Olanrewaju Oluwafemi Damzy

Sep 7, 20232 min read

Movie Review: Queer Representation in Lopez' 'Red,White & Royal Blue' Adaptation

Director Matthew Lopez makes an impressive debut with the highly anticipated Red, White & Royal Blue, which hit the screens in August.

Five Literary Podcasts to Get You Writing & Get You Published

erin3037

Sep 6, 20233 min read

Five Literary Podcasts to Get You Writing & Get You Published

These five podcasts will help you write and learn how to get that writing published.

Eight Exciting International Book Awards to Look Out For

Chao Shete

Sep 4, 20233 min read

Eight Exciting International Book Awards to Look Out For

Wondering what the next hot book is? Here are eight exciting international book awards where you can find your next favourite book!

Music: Ten Mid-Year Albums You May Not Yet Have Heard

Callum Foulds

Sep 3, 20236 min read

Music: Ten Mid-Year Albums You May Not Yet Have Heard

Writer and recording artist Callum Foulds shares a comprehensive list of ten albums that have peaked their interest so far in 2023.

Devanshi Panda

Sep 3, 20233 min read

Play Review: Ismat Apa Ke Naam

The Shah family of actors inaugurate the Delhi Theatre Festival with their witty and hilarious Ismat Apa ke Naam.

Analog Barbie in the Twenty-first Century

yvonnekusiima

Sep 2, 20234 min read

Analog Barbie in the Twenty-first Century

Caine Prize nominee, Yvonne Kusiima writes about analog Barbie and her influence on girls, women, society and culture through the ages.

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