On Losing Hope and Those Who Lack Empathy

Ever since I can remember, I have had grand plans. I come from an ambitious family, so rising the ladder … More

The Failed Devil’s Dinner Party: Vol.1 — On The Misplacement of Joy

Author’s Note: A few months ago, I painstakingly put together a little chapbook of essays for a very specific project … More

I have always experienced ageism. I pride myself on my intelligence and knowledge of different subjects, which has been acquired … More

At the end of every year, many people make lists of their favourite books of the year. This isn’t all … More

It all began with my glasses and the two front teeth that jutted out of my mouth. These other tiny … More

It is almost 6 pm, and I am listening to Jay McInerney’s ‘Bright Lights, Big City’ on audiobook. The evenings … More

Hemingway’s ‘A Moveable Feast’ is a novel that was published posthumously. The book was born from a journal found in … More

For most of us, the idea that the sole purpose of women was to have children has long since died. … More

I am just going to come out and say it. I don’t like, nor do I, rating books. Now, people … More

“Don’t be disheartened by rejection. Your work isn’t you.” This is advice most writers are given after complaining about rejection. … More