Reading

  • Review: ‘The Kite Runner’ by Khaled Hosseini

    Read my review of Khaled Hosseini’s novel ‘The Kite Runner’. This review covers my thoughts on various events in the novel as well as a few points of analysis. Continue reading

    Review: ‘The Kite Runner’ by Khaled Hosseini
  • Who cares about book titles anyway?

    Book titles play a crucial role in attracting readers and shaping their expectations. By dissecting titles like “Beloved,” “Babel,” and “The Hunger Games,” we uncover deeper meanings and themes that enrich the reading experience. Continue reading

    Who cares about book titles anyway?
  • How to avoid burnout

    Feeling burnt out? Here’s my latest strategy to manage my energy so I don’t get burnt out so easily. Learn how I categorise tasks by mental effort to keep productive while doing the things I like. Continue reading

    How to avoid burnout
  • Inspiration behind Tale of the Dragon Champion

    My novel “Tale of the Dragon Champion” is the result of my evolving interests in international relations, literature, and diverse historical and mythological influences. The story aims to challenge readers with complex characters and themes, offering deeper insights into societal… Continue reading

    Inspiration behind Tale of the Dragon Champion
  • Please learn how to read…

    The piece discusses the declining ability to comprehend written content, highlights the impact on both literature and social interactions and the dangers of miscommunication and close-mindedness. Learn about the importance of learning to read critically, with questions and video resources… Continue reading

    Please learn how to read…
  • A guide to the Dark Academia Aesthetic

    The Dark Academia aesthetic has soared in popularity, embracing higher education, classic literature, and intense, dark themes. Embrace this lifestyle through classic books, films, arts, and cultural exploration. Continue reading

    A guide to the Dark Academia Aesthetic
  • The StoryGraph review

    Interested in learning more about my new favourite app The StoryGraph? See my thoughts and check out some of the amazing features to show your reading habits! Continue reading

    The StoryGraph review
  • My 2024 TBR

    As a literature student, I have to read a bunch of novels, poetry collections, and plays for my classes. Unfortunately, that often means I have less time available for the books that I want to read, as there are only… Continue reading

    My 2024 TBR
  • 9 Great books that will inspire you to read

    As an avid reader from the ripe old age of five, I was stunned as I got older to learn how many people didn’t enjoy reading. In fact, many actually hated it! I could hardly believe it because books had… Continue reading

    9 Great books that will inspire you to read
  • ‘I didn’t say it was good, I said I liked it’

    Nuance is something I think the collective society has really lost the ability to accommodate. As an avid reader and literature student, I have encountered dozens of novels and pieces of art that have given me incredibly mixed reactions. There… Continue reading

    ‘I didn’t say it was good, I said I liked it’