Dr. Sheetal Nair·3 days agoA Tale of Two Cities – A SonnetA Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a literary masterpiece that has inspired countless readers and writers over the years, and it has certainly had a profound impact on my own writing journey. From the vivid and evocative descriptions of the book’s settings to the complex and unforgettable…Book Excerpts3 min readBook Excerpts3 min read
Dr Nguper Dooyum-Laha·May 20My Top Poetic Verses from the Bible #2My newly found commitment for writing came hand in hand with getting back in touch with my God, reading my Bible, going to church and all the other things that spirituality involves. I read a thread on twitter the other day which beautifully outlined some examples of literary devices used…Book Excerpts3 min readBook Excerpts3 min read
Annaya Mahale·May 15Scent of love“A Daughter’s Journey through Loss, Healing, and Unbreakable Bonds” In the delicate tendrils of time, when the weight of my heart yearned for the touch of your presence, I found solace within the confines of your wardrobe. …Book Excerpts4 min readBook Excerpts4 min read
Jymi Cliche·May 14A Short, Funny Scene From My Next Trilogy, “New Horizons School”Based On An Incredible Story Of Creative, Intelligent, Young Survivors Who Fell Through The Cracks Of Public School And Were Given Another Chance This short excerpt from New Horizons School 3 was based on a lunchroom poll I took in 1995 or 96, and these were their real answers, pretty much word for word, the way I recorded them in my notebook nearly thirty years ago, and I still have that notebook. New…Book Excerpts3 min readBook Excerpts3 min read
Hafsa Author To Be·May 14Make your personality to mesmerize others...I shared this picture in friend’s group and asked them about their perspective.Book Excerpts4 min readBook Excerpts4 min read
Hafsa Author To Be·May 13Have you every felt diversity around you.... ?Last day because of ominous conditions in Pakistan, the government announced to close of all educational institutions, Students were directed to vacate hostels I tried to contact my family members to inform them but I wasn’t able to contact them because no one could access the Internet that day, as…Book Excerpts5 min readBook Excerpts5 min read
Happiness Ogwamhenlu·May 11If Nobody Sees You, Are You Still There?If nobody sees you… Are you still there? This question was obtained from a book I read earlier this year “The Death Of Vivek Orji” by Akwaeke Emezi. In this book, the main character is exceptionally effeminate and his family found it hard to accept him for who he was…Book Excerpts3 min readBook Excerpts3 min read
AlveenaBB·May 127 Must-Read Books for Improving Communication SkillsCrucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High” by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al SwitzlerBook Excerpts3 min readBook Excerpts3 min read
Author, D. Denise DianatyinBouncin’ and Behavin’ Poems·May 10Member-onlyA Perfect KissA true love story — My husband has this way of kissing me that makes me feel treasured. Every single time, when he does this, I feel enveloped in his love. It is always a new perfect kiss. In my artwork entitled, “Whisper Me A Kiss,” I tried to portray this. And, in the poem…Book Excerpts6 min readBook Excerpts6 min read
Rubina Baraily·May 68 lessons I wish I knew in my early 20s.1. Do not fear trying something new. It is okay to not like it and it is okay to change your preferences. Unless it is a pattern....it is better to go through the process and receive a substandard result than staying in your comfort zone and doing nothing. 2. Being…Book Excerpts2 min readBook Excerpts2 min read
