Tag: The 2015 Book Project
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Story in Review: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
I’d heard about this book before, mentioned in reverent tones at writing conferences, by writers and writing consultants alike. It makes every list of “Best Books on Writing” that I ever run across. Before I read it, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. The name Steven Pressfield loomed large, as having…
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Story in Review: Longbourn by Jo Baker
A retelling of Pride & Prejudice, but from the point of view of the servants, Longbourn by Jo Baker is a delightful read. If you are a fan of P&P (I most certainly am), and are always eager to read just a little more from the worlds of Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy, then you will probably…
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Story in Review: Population 485 by Michael Perry
Population: 485 is Michael Perry’s memoir about coming home a different person after being gone a long time. It’s a story about a small town, family ties, and being a redneck. It’s also a story about love, heartache, and finding your center. Perry’s storytelling is all encompassing: he can tell a two-page joke that keeps you reading with…