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Nathan Anderson’s ‘Deconstruction of a Symptom’ is a standout collection
Happy National Poetry Day from outside the UK! It’s not often I know the author of the piece I’m reviewing, but there’s a first time for everything! Even better, this is a collection you’ll want in your life — swing on by and learn why!
Superstition
I’m back! Just in time for the ultimate writing guide, a glimpse into my writing journey (featuring some good ol’ fashioned King Arthur mythology), and that good ol' self-deprecating humour I know so well.
Taking a break
Heyo! My head is blurg, and so I’ll keep this short — come on by and find out what’s going on here at The Charisian!
To be human: on Madeline Miller’s ‘Circe’
Heyo lovely people! I’ve got a brand new book review, this time on Madeline Miller’s glorious retelling, ‘Circe’! This book was my first proper foray into Greek Mythology, and I’m so happy it was! This book has everything you’re looking for, and in my review, I outline exactly why! Come and see!
Mostly good: on ‘Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ (the book)
One of the most beloved stories in fiction, and mostly harmless indeed! In my review of the book rendition of Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, I try and comprehend why I didn’t fall head over heels with this novel, and instead turn to you, lovely people, in hopes of finding out: what did I miss? Also, 42.
The Starry-Eyed Child
A short story born from a late-night drive home, reading Douglas Adams for the first time, and my broskis insisting that my placing milk in before the cereal is something only monsters could do. Come and see!
Predestination
Heyo! I’ve got a bit of a different number for you, but it’s one that highlights exactly where I as an author am going. My road has changed for the better following some pretty strong revelations. Come and see!
A graceful and solemn song: on David Elliott's 'Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc'
It’s a new dawn following my series of Star Wars reviews, and I have an exciting new book review for you lovely people! We’re talking about ‘Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc’ by David Elliott, a unique and stunning take on the legendary Maid of Orléans! Though this review is comparatively short, given this book is short, this collection of poetry is worthy of your time. Come find out why!
On railroading: ‘Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker’ is the worst finale ever made
Oh boy. We’re at the final Skywalker Star Wars film, and I have never before been so disappointed by a movie — much less a finale 42 years in the making — in my life. We’re talking ‘Star Wars: Episode IX — Rise of Skywalker’, and I have more than a few things to say about this railroading disaster. For better or worse, this is my biggest review yet — you genuinely do not want to miss this, folks.