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Author: Shravani Sawant

A part-human, part-witch pot-pourri.
Re-reading old Favorites

Rekindling the Magic: In Defence of Re-Reading Old Favorites

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

Imagine this: it’s a rainy Sunday afternoon, and you’re curled up on the couch with a cup of tea, a cozy blanket, and a book you’ve read a dozen times before. You know the story by heart, the characters are like old friends, yet you can’t help but get lost in the pages once again….

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10 Poetry Podcasts You Should Listen

Get Your Daily Dose of Poetry: 10 Poetry Podcasts You Should Listen To

Posted on April 30, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

The 10 Best Poetry Podcasts: If you’ve ever attended a spoken word poetry event, you know the power of poetry. Listening to a poet performing their work is an experience unlike any other – it’s emotional, hopeful, and relatable. As Jorge Luis Borges once said, “Truly fine poetry must be read aloud. A good poem…

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NaPoWriMo (National Poetry Writing Month) Mary Oliver with her dog

What Is NaPoWriMo (National Poetry Writing Month), and Why Should You Care?

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

NaPoWriMo, also known as National Poetry Writing Month, is an annual creative writing challenge taking place every April. The purpose of NaPoWriMo is to inspire and encourage individuals to write poetry by providing them with a structured and supportive platform to do so. The challenge requires participants to write one poem a day for the…

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Stop Wanting by Lizzie Harris

10 Beautiful Must-Read Poetry Collections by Contemporary Women Poets

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

Top 10 Must-Read Poetry Collections Written by Modern Women Poets That Are Both Gorgeous and Essential Reading: Women have been using poetry as a means of expression for centuries, and their works continue to inspire and empower people all around the world. From the sonnets of Elizabeth Barrett Browning to the haikus of Matsuo Basho,…

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organised chaos - “since feeling is first” by E. E. Cummings

Critically Analysing the Poem “since feeling is first” by E. E. Cummings

Posted on April 10, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

About the Poet – E. E. Cummings: E. Cummings was an American poet and painter best known for his unique style of poetry, characterized by non-traditional syntax, typography, and punctuation. Born in 1894 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Cummings studied at Harvard University and later served in World War I, an experience that greatly influenced his writing….

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Piranesi by Susanna Clarke

Review: Piranesi by Susanna Clarke – Unravelling the Mysteries of the House

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

“Piranesi” by Susanna Clarke is a fascinating novel from 2020 that takes readers on a mesmerizing journey through an otherworldly labyrinth. This book is a departure from Clarke’s previous work, “Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell,” but it is equally enchanting and immersive. The story follows the titular character, Piranesi, as he navigates an endless maze…

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