Why Are We Misremembering Classic Novels?
At one of my recent virtual book discussions, we talked about Harper Lee’s widely read novel To Kill a Mockingbird . Many of the...
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Marisa
Jan 22
Visiting the Tomb of Mary Wollstonecraft
Embark on a literary pilgrimage to Mary Wollstonecraft's tomb, a sacred space that shaped the mind and work of her daughter, Mary Shelley.
Marisa
Oct 26, 2023
What Is the True Story of the Real Headless Horseman?
The Legend of Sleepy Hallow is more than a scary story, it is a piece of propaganda that has its roots in American history.
Marisa
Oct 10, 2023
Edgar Allan Poe’s Detective Stories: A First of its Kind
Poe is credited with creating the first modern detective story in “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” (not Conan Doyle!)
Marisa
Sep 4, 2023
Stratford Festival: A Unique Adaptation of Frankenstein
The 2023 Stratford Festival is underway and the adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is must see.
Marisa
Jul 28, 2023
6 Things You’re Going to Love About my Online Book Discussions
Looking for a bookish community? My online book discussions are just what you're looking for!
Marisa
Jul 4, 2023
Shakespeare's 3 Play Types Based on the First Folio
See at-a-glance which of Shakespeare's plays are a comedy, history, or tragedy.
Marisa
May 3, 2023
Who's Who in Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford
Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford (published between December 1851 and May 1853) is a delightful read about a village populated mostly by...
Marisa
Apr 23, 2023
What It’s Like Going to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London
Curious about what it is like to see a play at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London? Here's all you need to know before you go!
Marisa
Mar 6, 2023
5 Different Types of Narrators
Here's how to tell the difference between 5 types of narrators, with examples.
Marisa
Dec 5, 2022
Is the Netflix Adaptation of Lady Chatterley’s Lover Worth Watching?
Netflix's adaptation of D. H. Lawrence's novel 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' will hit the mark with those who enjoy steamy historical romances.
Marisa
Dec 2, 2022
A Closer Look at the Life of Beatrix Potter
A closer look at the life of Beatrix Potter and her work as a conservationist. Her love of nature inspired her works, like Peter Rabbit.
Marisa
Nov 22, 2022
What happens in The Sound and the Fury?
A great study guide for The Sound and the Fury--what happens in each section, past and present, and why Caddy is important.
Marisa
Nov 13, 2022
'The Sound and the Fury' Explained
The Sound and the Fury is a challenging novel. Here are the most searched questions about it answered!
Marisa
Nov 7, 2022
Female Gothic Writers
A little snapshot of women writers whose works fall into the Gothic genre.
Marisa
Sep 26, 2022
Book Recommendations for Halloween (Based on level of scariness)
What to do for spooky season? Pick up a scary novel! Choose your level of fear using this list as a guide.
Marisa
Aug 29, 2022
3 Tips for Reading Early English Novels
Early English novels may seem like a slog, but they don't have to be! Here are some tips and tricks to make the experience enjoyable.
Marisa
Jul 25, 2022
Part One: Making Time to Read as a Parent
I often hear from people, in conversations and in DMs, about how difficult it can be to get back into (and maintain) reading once having...
Marisa
Jul 17, 2022
Review of Persuasion on Netflix
Everyone is talking about the new Netflix adaptation of Jane Austen's novel Persuasion. Is it worth watching? Read this post.
Marisa
Jun 16, 2022
What is Free Indirect Discourse in Literature?
What do the works of Mary Wollstonecraft, Jane Austen, and Virginia Woolf all have in common? Ok, ok, well *other* than being kickass...
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