For The Book Obsessed
[ad_1] Nikki Giovanni—one of the great poets of any generation—still has much to impart in Make Me Rain, her hybrid autobiography of poems and prose. Given the tumultuous aspects of 2020, the disruptions and dislocations of quotidian and public life, there’s a refreshing discordance in reading Giovanni’s newest and especially personal collection. Throughout the book, … Read more
[ad_1] At Read It Forward, we’re grateful for the unwavering support we receive from all of you because, without it, we wouldn’t be able to do what we love to do! It’s no secret that you love reading just as much as we love reading and there’s no better feeling than finding a community of … Read more
[ad_1] Fours are deeply authentic, desiring nothing more than to express themselves and be seen for who they are. These are the sensitive, often dramatic and artistic people of the world. Fours are highly creative, with a vivid fantasy life. They have to be careful, though, not to get so lost in fantasy that they … Read more
[ad_1] Antonin Artaud was one of the foundational voices in establishing the modern avant garde. His famous writings on The Theater and Its Double, and Theatre of Cruelty, place him alongside Breton and Brecht in creating the contemporary understanding of avant-garde practice. This new collection, Artaud the Mômo, draws from his last period of writing, … Read more
[ad_1] Threes have very big goals, and they are driven enough to meet them with success each time. These people love to challenge themselves, develop their skills, and motivate others to great achievement as well. People often look up to threes because they are visibly successful and inspiring. This can be a pitfall for threes, … Read more
[ad_1] Burning Worlds is Amy Brady’s monthly column dedicated to examining how contemporary literature interrogates issues of climate change, in partnership with Yale Climate Connections. Subscribe to her monthly newsletter to get “Burning Worlds” and other writing about art and climate change delivered straight to your inbox. Called the “greatest political novelist” of our time by the New Yorker, … Read more
[ad_1] Twos care deeply about the people around them, and they genuinely find joy in giving. This type places a high value on love and relationships. They are always thinking about how they can demonstrate their affection for other people through their generosity. They are sensitive and empathetic, but they can get caught in a … Read more
[ad_1] The following is an excerpt from Kim Stanley Robinson’s novel The Ministry for the Future. It is a work of fiction. Courtesy of Hachette Book Group. Following the great Indian heat wave, the emergency meeting of the Paris Agreement signatories was fraught indeed. The Indian delegation arrived in force, and their leader Chandra Mukajee … Read more
[ad_1] Ones are people of great integrity. They always strive to live out their values through their actions, because it’s important to them to complete a personal mission that they feel will improve the world around them. Ones tend to be both rational and idealistic, using practical steps to achieve their passions. They are principled … Read more
[ad_1] The many hauntings of a mother’s body coalesce in Hinge, a new poetry collection by Molly Spencer. With stories ranging from the ancient myths of Persephone and Demeter to the modern folklore of Peter Pan, Hinge examines a girl’s dreams alongside a mother’s fears. In Spencer’s poetry, pain is chronic in the body, persistent … Read more