For a country that champions freedom of speech, the United States of America has produced dozens of authors who have contributed to the world’s literary canon for the past 250 years. From novelists and poets to essayists and playwrights, there is no shortage of American writers. Do you think you know your classic American authors?Continue reading “Great American Author Quiz”
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3 Poetry Myths Debunked by a Poet
Roses are red, violets are blue, and poetry does not have a vendetta against you! April is national poetry month, so what better time to debunk a few myths about poetry? You either love poetry or you’re intimidated by it. Perhaps you can’t fully appreciate poetry until you learn more about it. Let’s take aContinue reading “3 Poetry Myths Debunked by a Poet”
Independence on the Cherokee Trail
Men must be ruthless to survive in the western frontier. Kindness and mercy are few and far between. Go about your way and don’t get into anyone else’s business. Except Mary Breydon is not a man, and she ends up jeopardizing other people’s business. Famed western author Louis L’Amour is known for his vivid storytellingContinue reading “Independence on the Cherokee Trail”
Confessions of a Classic Soul 