In this book review + Analysis of Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce, we discover how Stephen Dedalus finds creativity and becomes a free artist. 

A poem analysis of Mary Oliver's "The Journey"; a discovery of salvation within ourselves through the changing of the seasons.

Henry V by William Shakespeare review + analysis with The Classics Club. A play about loyalty, faith, and war. Read on!

Paulo Coelho takes the reader through a transformative journey with the protagonist—you won’t want to put this book down.

The Classic Club reads Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights. A melancholy story about revenge and how that damages family, romance, and humanity. 

The Classic's Club presents "The Scarlet Letter." In this book review and analysis, I break down how our two main characters deal with their shame and guilt from committing adultery.

This is a story about discovering community and friendship. Our main character is pulled through random inconveniences that help him appreciate people and understand each individual he encounters fills his heart with the love he lost.  

Beowulf is a timeless tale of good vs. evil. In this book review & analysis, we explore the poetic structure and syntax of the story. I also break down two themes: mortality vs. glory and bravery.

"A Christmas Carol" is a timeless tale about greed and humanity - warning us to live in accordance with goodwill. This book review reveals why this is important by examining the three guiding Spirits that visit Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve.

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is a classic tale about creation and death, with some of the the most poetic lines I've seen. In this book review, we'll dive into theme and diction.

These are the first three steps to become a writer that I feel have enhanced my own writing. Learn the fundamentals to begin your journey.

I give insight into what Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery taught me about writing and how to apply it to your work in progress.

Read on to April's book club review of The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway for a reflection on honor, struggle, and death.

Every writer struggles to stay focused. You’re not the only one. The challenge is building a habit to show up for your writing. After writing for several years, I’ve discovered a few external necessary adjustments that have evolved my process. These hacks will show you how to focus better while writing, so you’re not staring at a blinking cursor anymore.