Background I wasn’t familiar with the term, “cross purposes” before reading this small, fun fairytale. According to Merriam-Webster, they are, “purposes usually unintentionally contrary to another purpose of oneself or of someone or something else.” See if you can spot any of these in this delightful tale! On an authorial/ historical note, I found itContinue reading “Cross Purposes”
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What Every Writer Must Decide
I’m the type of writer who can bend. I can ghostwrite in many types of genres. BUT…how much bending is too much? I think I just found out. Without revealing details about the situation, I will have to speak in generalities. I want to share what this taught me but I don’t want to beContinue reading “What Every Writer Must Decide”
The Dark Side of Light in MacDonald’s The Light Princess
Replete with metaphor and symbolism, word-play and charming innocence, George MacDonald’s The Light Princess is always a treat to re-read. My favorite types of books to read are ones with layers of meaning, which still retain their aesthetic appeal. As I re-read this classic children’s fantasy, I admired the depth and imagination MacDonald brought toContinue reading “The Dark Side of Light in MacDonald’s The Light Princess”
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Blog 1
In re-reading this children’s fantasy classic, I found it so rich, deep and interesting that I’ll have to break it into 2 separate blogs to do it justice. Why Eustace is a Bully As I re-read my second favorite book from the Chronicles of Narnia, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, I found myself oddlyContinue reading “The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Blog 1”
Why Fantasy Matters
Lately I’ve been wondering, why do people love fantasy literature? For me, I think the love began when I was a child, getting wrapped up in the magical lands I could only discover in fairytales. My parents read fantasy books to us sometimes at bedtime, which must have influenced me. Whatever the reason, Fantasy caughtContinue reading “Why Fantasy Matters”
Classic Childrens Fantasy
By far, this is a favorite category I enjoy reading and writing in. Sometime this year I even hope to publish my own children’s fantasy novel… For now, let me share with you a some of my favorite children’s fantasy classics which I will be blogging about in the coming months. Click on any ofContinue reading “Classic Childrens Fantasy”
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Wintry Fantasy Classic
Okay, Okay, so maybe The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe isn’t specifically a Christmas story. But it does have snow in it, as well as an appearance by Father Christmas himself, bearing gifts. One thing about this delightful children’s fantasy novel is definitely true (and somewhat relevant to Christmas): it speaks to the childContinue reading “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Wintry Fantasy Classic”
The Origins of the Nutcracker
Chances are, by now you have probably heard the familiar, lilting lullabies and imaginative symphonies of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker Suite” this holiday season. As a lover of the music, the story, and dance, my inner classic literature nerd was curious to read E.T.A. Hoffman’s original story behind this holiday tradition. I am happy to report thatContinue reading “The Origins of the Nutcracker”
Why did the Grinch Steal Christmas?
Why I Love the Grinch As the snow fell softly outside in a pre-Christmas covering, my family would curl up on the couch and living room floor to watch endless children’s Christmas specials. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” was always a favorite. Dr. Seuss has a way with rhythm and rhyming that resonated with meContinue reading “Why did the Grinch Steal Christmas?”
A Christmas Carol in Prose: Being a Ghost Story of Christmas
Perhaps one of the most well-known Christmas classics is A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens. The writing is phenomenal in its prose, but what is arguably most compelling about the tale are the characters and story arc Dickens creates. What makes this piece so famous and why does it connect with people so well, leavingContinue reading “A Christmas Carol in Prose: Being a Ghost Story of Christmas”
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