With an intense almost Gothic darkness, reminiscent of the novels of Ann Rice, “Myths of Girlhood” entices us into its pages. Christine Ray references familiar fairytales, song lyrics and expressions from childhood as she leads us from a place of mental illness, through the pain of the growing-up years into self-discovery. We deal with the … Continue reading On “The Myths of Girlhood” a poetry collection by Christine E. Ray Reviewed by Rachael Z. Ikins
Indie Blu(e)’s Smitten should be your newest gift of poetry By Mariah Voutilainen Before I begin to review Smitten, a book that lays bare and re-frames (in a very personal manner) the love that women have for women, I must be equally open. As I formed my thoughts, I realized that I was (and am) extremely nervous about how to respond … Continue reading Mariah Voutilainen reviews Smitten, edited by Candice Louisa Daquin
My thanks to Candice Louisa Daquin for reading and reviewing the Revised Edition of Composition of a Woman Some authors compel you to recommend their books to friends. Others you forget relatively quickly. For a book to enter the hallowed halls of a classic, almost never happens. Composition of a Woman is such a book. … Continue reading Candice Louisa Daquin Reviews Composition of a Woman, Revised Edition by Christine E. Ray
Chloe at DissociaDID talks honestly and movingly about the importance- and the challenges- of reading We Will Not Be Silenced the segment on WWNBS starts at approximately 10:00 https://youtu.be/kY0-2st7kdQ We Will Not Be Silenced is available through major online book retailers globally, including Amazon, Book Depository, and Barnes and Noble online.
Most writers dream of seeing their name in print. Being published in a journal or E-zine was always an honor for me, but I still hungered to see my name on the cover and spine of a book. Like many of you, I craved to hold in my hands a book that I had created … Continue reading Anatomy Of Book: Should You Work With A Professional Editor?
I was thrilled when Melody Lee asked me to review her latest book, ‘Season of the Sorceress’. I have enjoyed Lee’s work for a number of years and have always related to her stunning poetry, particularly enjoying her previous ‘Moon Gypsy’. Right from the first few pages of this beautiful book, I felt myself really … Continue reading RACHEL FINCH REVIEWS MELODY LEE’S SEASON OF THE SORCERESS
Brave & Reckless 