Emma Schippanoski
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The Tragic Dreamer of White Nights
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When I first picked up White Nights by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, I truly believed it to be a classic romance story. Once I really started to understand the protagonist, though, I realized that this book has been misinterpreted by many. Yes, romance is a central to the story, but more than that, it explores deep loneliness and coping mechanisms, containing themes…
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Character Recap for the New Shatter Me Era
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fter nearly a year’s wait, prepare to return to the Shatter Me universe this upcoming April as Taherih Mafi’s newest book Release Me finally hits the shelves. The first book, Watch Me, in this new series The New Republic, was a major hit, having tugged at readers’ heartstrings at seeing James Anderson all grown up. But there was also some confusion, as it had been such a long…
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Boredom: The Creative Habit We Forgot
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Boredom is something that everyone has experienced, yet despite being a worldwide occurrence, nobody talks about it seriously. Most people brand boredom as unpleasant, useless or something to be avoided at all costs. But in my opinion, that could not be further from the truth. We need boredom, and it is incredibly useful; but right now, as a society, we are bad at it. …
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Tips For Beginning Your Reading Journey
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Reading outside of school has not only given me a great pastime away from screens, but has also shaped my personality, perspectives, and future. It has led me to my career path, and has uncovered my passion for writing, languages, and literature. Through reading, I have become the person that I am today—and it could…
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