Introduction: Falling Down the Rabbit Hole When Lewis Carroll penned his hallucinogenic tale “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” in 1865, it’s doubtful he foresaw just how far-reaching his creation would be. The story has not only been translated into more than 97 languages, but it’s also been adapted, re-adapted, and re-imagined across a myriad of mediums—fromContinue reading “Adventures in Adaptation: ‘Alice in Wonderland’ (2010)”
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Navigating New Worlds: Celebrating Fantasy Author Tamsyn Muir
Discovering Tamsyn Muir’s Universe In recent years, a new star has risen in the firmament of fantasy literature, illuminating fresh facets of the genre that had been in shadow. That star is Tamsyn Muir. Born in New Zealand, Muir started out like many writers do, with small publications and short stories, eventually graduating to feature-lengthContinue reading “Navigating New Worlds: Celebrating Fantasy Author Tamsyn Muir”
The Evocative Imagery of Maya Angelou: Celebrating Her Powerful Verse
Introduction to Maya Angelou’s Evocative Imagery In the realm of literature, few names shine as brightly as that of Maya Angelou, an emblematic figure whose powerful words have left an indelible mark on the hearts of many. Born Marguerite Annie Johnson in 1928 in St. Louis, Missouri, Angelou’s journey from a tumultuous childhood to becomingContinue reading “The Evocative Imagery of Maya Angelou: Celebrating Her Powerful Verse”
Harper Lee: A Retrospective on the Author Who Changed American Literature
Introduction to Harper Lee’s Legacy Harper Lee, born Nelle Harper Lee on April 28, 1926, in Monroeville, Alabama, is a name synonymous with American literature, celebrated for her enduring novel “To Kill a Mockingbird“. Her early life in the racially charged atmosphere of the southern United States greatly influenced her writing. The daughter of aContinue reading “Harper Lee: A Retrospective on the Author Who Changed American Literature”
The Defiant Prose of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Celebrating Her Contribution to Contemporary Fiction
Introduction to Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: An Icon of Modern Literature When you enter the world of contemporary fiction, few names resonate with the potent urgency and palpable humanity of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. An author whose work crosses borders, her narratives are more than just stories; they are tapestries interwoven with complex characters, intricate sociopolitical landscapes,Continue reading “The Defiant Prose of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Celebrating Her Contribution to Contemporary Fiction”
A.I. in Screen Trade 