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Absurd, Alluring Escapism in “A Peculiar Peril” – Chicago Review of Books

Categories Book ReviewsJuly 7, 2020 by Michael Welch
Absurd, Alluring Escapism in “A Peculiar Peril” – Chicago Review of Books

[ad_1] Everything readers love about Jeff VanderMeer is on full display in his first novel for young adults, A Peculiar Peril. Even for an author known for creating some of the most memorable and important worlds in contemporary fiction, his newest journey into the alt-Earth known as Aurora is remarkable. Horror and humor blend. Characters … Read more

8 Thrilling Horror Stories You Can Read Online Right Now – Chicago Review of Books

Categories Book ReviewsMay 27, 2020 by Michael Welch
8 Thrilling Horror Stories You Can Read Online Right Now – Chicago Review of Books

[ad_1] As the days blend together and our minds wander, many of us are looking for gripping reads that can hold our attention. While creepy short stories may not scream “stress relief,” successful horror rewards us for our complete attention with full-body thrills and chills. Here are some of the most memorable scary stories you … Read more

Using Brevity To Express Depth – Chicago Review of Books

Categories Book ReviewsMarch 27, 2020 by Michael Welch
Using Brevity To Express Depth – Chicago Review of Books

[ad_1] Check the back of any book totaling over 350 pages, and you’ll likely find a chorus of praises highlighting its length, including any variety of the nouns epic, saga, or odyssey paired with adjectives such as expansive, broad, or astounding. The long novel is commonly heralded for its achievements in scope, its ability to … Read more

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