Review of Speechless: A Graphic Novel by A.J. Steinke As someone who has wandered through the labyrinth of middle school and all its awkwardness, Speechless: A Graphic Novel piqued my interest immediately upon release. A.J. Steinke crafts an engaging narrative that resonates deeply with anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t quite belong, especially …
Review of How the Light Gets In by Joyce Maynard When I first picked up Joyce Maynard’s How the Light Gets In, I was optimistic. I’d recently immersed myself in her profound memoir At Home in the World, which resonated deeply with me. This time, however, my journey with Maynard led me down a different …
Exploring "The Museum of Ordinary People": A Journey Through Grief and Rediscovery When I first heard about The Museum of Ordinary People by Mike Gayle, its premise struck a chord with me. The idea of a place dedicated to honoring the everyday treasures that carry our memories and stories seemed both poignant and relatable. As …
The Cartoonists Club: A Heartfelt Dive into Creativity and Friendship When I first picked up The Cartoonists Club by [Author’s Name], I felt an immediate connection to the vibrant world of middle school creativity. Perhaps it was the memories of my own childhood scribbles or the thrill of collaborative art that drew me in. This …
A Journey Through Secrets and Sentiments: Review of The Museum of Failures by Thrity Umrigar When I picked up The Museum of Failures, the latest offering from Thrity Umrigar, I was instantly drawn in by its poignant title. The concept of a “museum of failures” resonated with me, a place where dreams failed and unfulfilled …