In a new nonfiction text, Jennifer L. Freeman Marshall offers a “deep, intensive, and knowledgeable lens through which to view Hurston’s legacy.”
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Entering the Dream State: A Review of Hannah Lillith Assadi’s The Stars Are Not Yet Bells
In this magical realism novel, the past and the present mingle in a maddening mashup of memories and sensations.
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Watching the World Melt Away with David Wesley Williams’ “Everybody Knows”
A review of David Wesley Williams’ clever satire, “Everybody Knows.”
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“The Faraway World” Depicts Longing, Ghostliness, and Less-Than-Exquisite Love
A review of Patricia Engel’s collection of short stories, “The Faraway World.”
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“Moonrise Over New Jessup” Highlights an Important Part of History While Exploring Themes of Acceptance, Independence, and Identity
A review of Jamila Minnicks’ novel, “Moonrise Over New Jessup.”
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“Tell Me What You See” Is A Timeless Collection About Unprecedented Times
A review of Terena Elizabeth Bell’s collection of short stories, “Tell Me What You See.”
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Tangled Histories: Ramona Reeves’ “It Falls Gently All Around and Other Stories”
A review of Ramona Reeves’ new book, “It Falls Gently All Around and Other Stories.”
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Ohio Poet Laureate Invites Readers Inside “House of My Heart”
With echoes of regional literary icons James Still and Irene McKinney, Kari Gunter-Seymour’s latest poetry collection will become part of Appalachia’s literary canon.
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Escaping Southern Belle Hell with Carrie Chappell’s “Loving Tallulah Bankhead”
A review of Carrie Chappell’s new book of poetry, “Loving Tallulah Bankhead.”
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“Because the World is Round” Poignantly Punctuates Memories with Metaphor
Jane Saginaw’s nonfiction debut pairs anecdotes of childhood and world travel to craft a remarkable coming-of-age narrative.
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