A Literary Perspective on Loneliness
In her latest book, The Lonely City, Olivia Laing writes a brilliant exposition on solitude, art, and the bridge between the two. She expertly profiles artists and philosophers known for … Continued
Bridging Divides with bell hooks
I was first introduced to bell hooks in a college Women’s Studies class. Immediately, I was blown away by the brilliant way she explains complex concepts like racism, sexism, and … Continued
Cheryl Strayed
Author Cheryl Strayed has been an inspiration of mine since I first read Wild, her memoir about the challenges and grief of her young life and her subsequent solo journey … Continued
On Body Mods
With the increasing popularity of piercings, tattoos, and other forms of body modification in our modern culture, I often find myself wondering: What is the history of body modification in … Continued
Maggie Nelson Reading List
I wanted to write a blog post about Maggie Nelson. About how her books are genre- and gender-defying works of incredible, articulate genius. How her sentences are so meticulously edited … Continued
Examining Privilege
You may have seen this quote or a variation of it floating around in the current political ether: “Privilege is when you think something is not a problem because it’s … Continued
Women’s Health Reading List
On December 13, Gov. John Kasich of Ohio signed a bill banning abortions in Ohio after 20 weeks of pregnancy, with no exceptions for rape or incest. Several other states … Continued
On Her Own: The Legacy of Diane Rehm
Diane Rehm, known for her popular NPR program “The Diane Rehm Show” for the past 37 years, plans to retire this year. If you, like I, will miss Rehm’s regular … Continued
Sci Fi for Dummies
Many of my friends are science fiction geeks, so when our discussions inevitably drift towards the genre—one I’ve never actually read—my inferiority complex rears its head. Luckily, said friends are … Continued
The Prolific Career of Patricia Highsmith
Starting in the 1950s, Patricia Highsmith made waves in the world of fiction with her numerous novels and literary works, many of which were adapted into both films and stage … Continued