Thousands of years ago, the phrase ‘death of the author’ took on an entirely unfortunate – and much more literal – meaning, when Chinese Emperor …
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Unpacking the Muse: Just an Inspiration or Something More?
Disclaimer: The following article discusses topics of a sensitive nature which may be disturbing and/or controversial to some readers. Hence, reader discretion is advised. The …
3 Reasons Unreliable Narrators Can Be Appealing
Characters are often one of the elements of fiction (and sometimes nonfiction) that make or break a story for readers. It remains unspoken but is …
Life & Death in Literature
Life and death, humans are familiar with these two. We experience the stunning fruits life has to offer, and we all know that there will …
May Sarton Said That It Was Okay: Turning My Isolation Into Content Solitude
About a year ago now I discovered the writer May Sarton and read her most famous piece of work titled ‘Journal of A Solitude’. It …
Why Are Arthurian Legends So Popular?
It is wholly possible that you have come across an adaptation of Arthurian legend at some point in your life. After all, there have been …
It’s Best Served Cold: The Portrayal of Revenge in Today’s Media
Disclaimer: The following article contains heavy spoilers for all the films, video games, and books that will be talked about. Revenge. Wouldn’t we love to …
In Books: The Rainbow Era of LGBTQ+ Love
We’ve had the star-crossed lovers of District 12; Katniss and Peeta from The Hunger Games. We’ve had the tragic love story of two cancer-stricken teens; …
Beer and Skittles: Agatha Christie, Queen of Crime
Venturing into the world of murder mystery and intrigue, a legacy that has now become a household name is none other than the famed fictional …
Beer & Skittles: Harry Potter’s 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
Disclaimer: The following article discusses the documentary’s contents that gives away spoilers and illustrations seen in the documentary. The article also discusses recent transgender issues …