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Black Canary: Breaking Silence ~ YA Yes Way

This was the novel I wish I had when I was growing up. I will forwarn you this post will be very heavily centered on a feminist...

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Jan 29, 20213 min read

"He looks cocky in a way unique to dorks -- like he just leveled up in Dungeons & Dragons." Now imagine you are in my shoes, shelving new...

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Jan 28, 20212 min read

I officially graduated from Miami University with my bachelor's in American Studies! This has been a wild three-year roller coaster. I...

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May 16, 20201 min read

A username can hold special meaning, whether or not it is easily noticeable. They are a conglomeration of memories, happy thoughts or...

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May 5, 20202 min read

Name: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Synopsis: Looking for a gripping read that keeps you turning page after...

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May 3, 20201 min read

"Words and pictures are yin and yang. Married, they produce a progeny more interesting than either parent." ~ Dr. Seuss. It is difficult...

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Apr 30, 20204 min read

During this Spring semester, I was granted a splendid opportunity to write an article for Turning Page Magazine. Out of the many ideas...

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Apr 29, 20201 min read