Melissa GoutyApr 235 minIs It Good to Mix Genres? Horror, Fantasy, and the Western in Lone WomenCan a Western novel also be a horror story and a fantasy? Victor LaValle's novel, Lone Women, is a mashup of genres.
Melissa GoutyApr 105 minBritt-Marie's Heartfelt, Age-Old Question: How Should You Live Your Life?Fredrik Backman's novel Britt-Marie Was Here is a meaningful story at how one woman's surly presence changes the whole community of Borg.
Melissa GoutySep 8, 20225 minDo You Know the Strange, Lovely Tale of Shakespeare's WifeEveryone has heard of Shakespeare, but few know about his wife, his children, or his personal life. Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet imagines...
Melissa GoutyOct 27, 20204 minIf You Love Elephants, Read These Two Very Different BooksIf you love elephants, read Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult and The Elephant Company by Vicki Croke. Two books that both honor elephants.