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A Pandemic Tale in the Time of COVID-19
There's something almost meta in reading Emma Donoghue's 'The Pull of the Stars,' a book about the 1918 flu, amidst the Coronavirus pandemic.
Rebecca Kelly: The Artist as Healer
Multi-media artist Rebecca Kelly reflects on the healing power of art.
The Sad-Eyed Lady
It is the feel of the pages in your hand as you turn through the book as much as the image on the page that stirs something more than just passing interest in Zimmermann's "The Sad-Eyed Lady."
Shakespeare: He's Just Like Us
Aside from the whole 'genius' thing, Shakespeare was just a regular dude...kind of
Yaa Gyasi has done it again with 'Transcendent Kingdom'
For those who couldn't put down Gyasi's debut novel, 'Homegoing', 'Transcendent Kingdom' will not disappoint.
Not Hallmark's Holiday: Elizabeth Wetmore's "Valentine"
Don't expect candy hearts and love letters inside Elizabeth Wetmore's debut novel. But do expect to be captivated.
Trick Mirror is a Treat
Reading this book felt as if Tolentino had read my mind over the past few years and transmitted my thoughts in a more succinct, intelligible and eloquent way.
A Fairy Tale for Our Time: Ann Patchett's 'The Dutch House'
I tore through the book end to end, unable to put it down. Even at the last page, the book left me wanting more. And what else can we ask for in a work of fiction?
A Guide to Le Quartier Latin
Take a look at my guide for ideas on where to eat, shop, people watch and a number of cultural must-sees around the Latin Quarter of Paris!
Celebrating Christmas in the City of Lights
Tis officially the season! And the city of lights takes on a whole new meaning during the holidays.Joyeux Noël à tous et à toutes!
Can You Find Hemingway in Paris?
One central question lies at the heart of Michael Katakis' research: who was Ernest Hemingway, really?
A Gentleman in Moscow: A Must-Read!
My Grandfather, a voracious reader who averages about 5 books/week, declared this novel the best book he's read in a year. To me, that was the ultimate rave review!
On Island Time in Islamorada
Islamorada may be known as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, but it also has a blooming arts scene that complements the beauty of the locale and its laid-back, colorful vibe.
Key West: Beyond the Bars + Spring Breakers
Key West exudes creative energy and eccentricity. Boasting many galleries, shops and restaurants, the Floridian city home to famous artists such as Ernest Hemingway and Tenessee Williams, remains a wonderful place to spend time.
The 5 Best Books I've Read Recently
Over the past few months, I've come across some fantastic books, new and old, fiction and nonfiction, that totally captivated me. I would like to share 5 recent reads that I particularly enjoyed.
Nora Webster: A Novel by Colm Toibin
A true literary feat, where beauty is imbued into a life that promises nothing extraordinary, yet captivates us all the same.
Culture on the Cheap: 10 Ways to Experience all that NYC has to Offer without Breaking the Bank
Here are 10 ways to experience top-notch and stimulating culture on a budget
Sing, Unburied, Sing: A Novel by Jesmyn Ward
This is one of those novels you'll be thinking about long after you turn that last page. Where you are so invested in the characters and their stories, that you feel a lingering emptiness after you put the book down and realize you can't follow their journey any further.