Mercury in retrograde got you down? Feeling like you just want to bury your head in some literature and hide from the world? Here are five books to help you get through it! 1. ‘Educated’ by Tara Westover Educated is the story of a girl who rebels against her survivalist family and seeks out an education. Despite having a stubborn, close-minded father and an abusive older brother, she defies all odds to go to school and eventually earns a PhD from Cambridge University. If you need a motivational tale to get you through this period, Educated will leave …
All your favorite books are being made into shows! Here are nine highly anticipated TV adaptations of favorite books set to premiere in 2020. 1. The Outsider image via twitter The Outsider, based on the novel by Stephen King, premiered on HBO on January 12, 2020 and will conclude on March 8. You can catch up on HBO’s digital platform and watch live on Sundays at 9/8c. The Outsider follows the investigation of the gruesome murder of a young boy and the deceiving evidence that leaves a small town questioning everything they know. 2. Locke and Key image via …
Never before seen letters from famous author Charles Dickens were recently discovered, giving us insight into the mind of the literary genius. Twenty-five unpublished letters were recovered from a collection of Dickens’ manuscripts, books from his library, and other personal items. These letters give insight to the life of Charles Dickens, as he was writing some of his most famous works such as A Christmas Carol. In a letter to a friend, dated 9 November 1843, Dickens wrote, “I have half done the Christmas Book, and am resting for two days before going to Chuzzlewit – that is, …
Punk poet laureate Patti Smith is set to receive the PEN America Literary Service award at this year’s PEN America Literary Gala. Since the seventies, Smith has had a way with words, writing books, poems, and songs. Her work became widely recognized and she soon became a role model for many. She will receive this year’s Literary Service award for her contributions to the literary world and her influence on those who admire her to experience the transformative experience of reading and writing. PEN president Jennifer Egan writes of Smith in a statement to the press, “In all of …
If you’ve ever wondered if you share something in common with your favorite authors, look no further than the stars! Here is a full breakdown of all your favorite authors and their zodiac signs. Who shares your sign? Aries: March 21 – April 19 image via the New York times As the first zodiac sign, Aries are known to be energetic, dynamic, and, at times, turbulent. As one of the most active signs, Aries are always the first to take action and are pros at multitasking. Aries aren’t afraid of a challenge and are always willing to fight for …
