Melissa GoutyAug 23, 20224 minThe Clash of Convicts and Cultures in The ExilesIn 80 years, 162,000 convicts were sent to Van Diemen's Land. The Exiles by Kristina Baker Kline tells of 3 convict women and 1 native girl.
Melissa GoutyJul 6, 20219 minWhy Women Writers Should Read The Book of Longings by Sue Monk KiddSue Monk Kidd's, The Book of Longings, is the perfect book for women writers as it portrays the passion and power of one person's words.
Melissa GoutyApr 28, 20215 minWant to Know About "The Dust Bowl?" Read The Four WindsKristin Hannah's novel, The Four Winds,depicts life in The Dust Bowl, but don't make it your only source. Try The Worst Hard Time by Egan.
Melissa GoutySep 9, 20204 minThe Post Office Mural Project in the Novel "Big Lies in a Small Town"Big Lies in a Small Town by Diane Chamberlain uses the Post Office Mural Project as the basis for a compelling story of art and compassion.