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Why the Vampire Almanac was so Formative
Today, we summarize the book Vampire Almanac by R. C. Welch. It’s a classic kids’ book about vampires and the…
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What in the Samhain? A brief history of Halloween
Today we journey into the history of Halloween by looking at some ancient traditions that are laced with fact and…
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Literature’s accidental prescience? by Benjamin J. Gohs
Author Benjamin Jon Gohs graces The Writing Post today with a look at the sometimes prescient nature of writing. Join…
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Poetry: The contrast of mood in “Moon” by David Wright
Let’s talk about the moon now that it’s in full bloom. Today we read David Wright’s “Moon” from his collection…
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Literary Analysis: Strange Tales of Mystery and Imagination: A formative book that is perfect for the season
One of my favorite story collections is Strange Tales by Alex Hamer. It’s a dime store book that has all…
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Literature in Film: The excellent execution of atmosphere and ambience in Francis Ford Coppola’s “Dracula” (1992)
Francis Ford Coppola’s “Dracula” is a masterpiece in atmosphere. Join us today to learn a little about it and how…
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Devolving into insanity in “The Haunted Palace” by Edgar Allan Poe
Today we are looking at “The Haunted Palace” by Edgar Allan Poe. Join us to learn a little about the…
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Folklore: What’s the most disturbing children’s poem you’ve ever heard?
We all remember creepy poems from when we were kids. Well, here’s another one!
Book Reviews
- Book list: Doomed by Chuck Palahniuk
- Mark Twain’s ‘A Connecticut Yankee’: Parental Love
- Ray Bradbury’s ‘The Halloween Tree’: A History of Death
- Book List: World War Z by Max Brooks
