A review of “This Book is Free and Yours to Keep: Notes from the Appalachian Prison Book Project,” edited by Connie Banta, Kristin Devault-Juelfs, Destinee Harper, Katy Ryan, and Ellen Skirvin.
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Finding Meaning in Female Emptiness in “Softie”
A review of Megan Howell’s striking short story collection, “Softie.”
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“Hell’s Not Far Off” Ensures Getting Shot in the Leg Once Is Enough To Become a Hero
A review of Josh Howard’s “Hell’s Not Far Off,” which tells the story of Appalachian labor activist Bruce Crawford.
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Forms of Obsession: Kristine Langley Mahler’s “Curing Season”
An author revisits her adolescence to create a new meaning and sense of belonging to her difficult pre-teen years.
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A Quirky Mystery in “Foote”
A review of “Foote,” a quirky mountain mystery about Bigfoot by Tom Bredehoft.
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