Comfort Measures Only
“Mom is virtually paralyzed and pretty much non-responsive, but this nurse apparently did not get the memo.“
Dreamers Reading Room
Mary Oliver: The Enduring Wisdom of Her Nature-Inspired Poetry
Explore Mary Oliver’s profound connection to nature and how it inspired her celebrated poetry. Learn about her life, themes, and enduring legacy.
To Addle
“He looks it up: Loss of development. A process by which an egg ceases to be viable.”
The Color Purple: A Journey of Empowerment and Resilience
Discover Alice Walker’s The Color Purple, a powerful novel about Celie’s journey from abuse to empowerment. Explore themes of racism, sexism, and female solidarity in this influential work.
The Bar Mitzvah Boy
“Seemingly frozen, Jerry now stood up ramrod straight on the bimah, wondering why some of his ideas had abandoned him.”
Understanding and Creating Catharsis in Writing
Explore the concept of catharsis in writing, plus examples of cathartic literature, and learn how to craft catharsis in your work.
-ed
“You don’t realize the extent that you loved until it’s gone but I’m removing the -ed because I still love you.”
Understanding Fan Fiction: A Creative Phenomenon
Explore fan fiction, where fans create new stories based on their favourite books and movies. Discover what fan fiction is, with examples.
What We Lost
“A homesickness for a home to which you cannot return; the nostalgia, yearning, grief for the lost places of your past.”