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Angela Smith

    Angela Smith, originaire du Texas, a été reconnue au lycée comme celle qui était la plus susceptible d'écrire un roman, un rêve qu'elle poursuit avec une détermination inébranlable. Dès son plus jeune âge, elle s'est sentie attirée par la narration, une passion qui continue de la motiver malgré un emploi diurne exigeant. Ses aspirations littéraires se sont allumées tôt dans sa vie et sont restées une force constante, façonnant ses efforts créatifs. Elle canalise son esprit agité et son amour profond pour la narration dans son écriture, désireuse de partager les histoires qui débordent dans son imagination.

    Pip and Her Garden Friends
    One Wrong Move
    With Every Kiss of Snow
    Wide Sargasso sea
    The second battlefield
    Katherine Mansfield
    • Katherine Mansfield

      A Literary Life

      • 171pages
      • 6 heures de lecture
      3,8(8)Évaluer

      Katherine Mansfield's unique aesthetic is examined through her experiences as an outsider in Britain, highlighting her identity as a New Zealander, a woman writer, and a Futurist. The book delves into her sharp-edged fiction, connecting it to her engagement with Post-Impressionist art and artists. Mansfield's distinct perspective and fastidious nature are emphasized, revealing how her personal struggles, including her battle with illness, influenced her literary voice and artistic expression.

      Katherine Mansfield
    • The second battlefield

      Women, modernism and the First World War

      • 228pages
      • 8 heures de lecture
      3,7(7)Évaluer

      Focusing on the written experiences of women during the First World War, this book utilizes unpublished diaries and letters to reveal how new roles prompted a quest for innovative forms of expression. By blending literary criticism with historical context, it offers fresh insights into the scholarship surrounding women and war, challenging existing definitions of modernism. This volume serves as a valuable complement to Angela K. Smith's earlier anthology, enriching the understanding of women's contributions during this pivotal time.

      The second battlefield
    • Wide Sargasso sea

      • 192pages
      • 7 heures de lecture
      3,7(45468)Évaluer

      Antoinette Cosway is a Creole heiress - product of an inbred, decadent, expatriate community - a sensitive girl at once beguiled and repelled by the lush Jamaican landscape. Soon after her marriage to Rochester rumours of madness in the Cosway family poison Rochester's mind against her.

      Wide Sargasso sea
    • With Every Kiss of Snow

      • 258pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Remy Halliburton has celebrated the holidays every year with her family at Christmas Hills Resort until her parents died in a plane crash with the owners. She hasn't visited since the accident but finally takes a trip to the snowy Colorado mountain resort she once loved, hoping her boyfriend will chase her and pursue her over his job. She wants to fall in love with Christmas again, but is brokenhearted to find the resort is not only shut down, but completely devoid of snow. Seth Lockhart spent the last three years trying to keep the spirit of the resort alive after his parents' tragic plane accident. This year, he plans to spend the holidays alone. But then Remy shows up on his doorstep, luggage packed and ready to celebrate. As they spend time together, their lifelong friendship grows into something stronger, and she has to face reality about her life back home. As the magic of Christmas surrounds Remy and Seth, every kiss of snow brings them closer to falling in love.

      With Every Kiss of Snow
    • Faith, Hope and Love

      • 114pages
      • 4 heures de lecture

      The collection features poems crafted over twenty-two years, reflecting the author's personal experiences and emotions. Each piece is infused with magnetic language, aiming to connect with readers and offer solace. Central themes of faith, hope, and love emphasize resilience and the assurance that, with faith, one can navigate life's challenges. The author seeks to remind readers that they are not alone in their struggles and that divine support is always available during difficult times.

      Faith, Hope and Love
    • Keep Your Eye On Prize

      The word "the" is missing because God has so much give

      • 46pages
      • 2 heures de lecture

      Aimed at fostering a deeper connection with the creator, this 14-day journal offers guided reflections and prompts. Each entry encourages personal exploration and spiritual growth, helping users cultivate trust and understanding in their relationship with the divine.

      Keep Your Eye On Prize
    • Memories of Home

      • 118pages
      • 5 heures de lecture

      Set against a backdrop of mysticism and myth, the narrative follows Christina, a courageous woman who confronts evil alongside her beloved. The story spans continents and intertwines themes of immortality and love, featuring her family dynamics, including her malevolent twin brother, Victor. As the battle between good and evil unfolds, readers are invited to choose a side, reflecting real-life complexities. This tale promises an engaging blend of adventure and romance for those willing to dive in.

      Memories of Home
    • THE SUICIDAL CURE

      • 72pages
      • 3 heures de lecture

      The narrative follows Charlie O'Brien, a deeply troubled individual grappling with homelessness and suicidal thoughts. Despite his personal struggles, he holds the key to saving the world, intertwining themes of despair and hope. As Charlie navigates his challenges, the story explores the complexities of his character and the profound impact he may have on a larger scale.

      THE SUICIDAL CURE