Cette auteure s'adresse à des groupes d'écrivains sur les thèmes de l'écriture créative et de l'édition. Elle est titulaire d'une licence en littérature anglaise. Elle vit et travaille maintenant près de Washington, D.C.
Focusing on the intersection of bodies and images, this work examines traditional feminist approaches and presents a new analytical framework. It delves into how these relationships shape identity and perception, challenging established narratives and encouraging a reevaluation of feminist discourse. Through this exploration, the book aims to deepen understanding of bodily representation and its implications within feminist theory.
"Glitterworlds examines the dual ubiquity of glitter, following it as it moves across different popular cultural sites or worlds, and exploring what it does to understandings and experiences of gender, sexuality and race. Chapters explore how girls engage with it in collaging workshops to imagine their futures; its adornment of the outside and inside of the body; how it features in the films Glitter and Precious, and LGBTQ* activist glitter bombing"--Book jacket
The Kingdom of Childhood is the story of a boy and a woman: sixteen-year-old Zach Patterson, uprooted and struggling to reconcile his knowledge of his mother's extramarital affair, and Judy McFarland, a kindergarten teacher watching her family unravel before her eyes. Thrown together to organize a fundraiser for their failing private school and bonded by loneliness, they begin an affair that at first thrills, then corrupts each of them. Judy sees in Zach the elements of a young man she loved as a child, but what Zach does not realize is that their relationship is - for Judy - only the latest in a lifetime of disturbing secrets. An emotionally tense, increasingly chilling work of fiction set in the controversial Waldorf school community, The Kingdom of Childhood is equal parts enchanting and unsettling and is sure to be a much-discussed and much-debated novel.
A vibrant collection of short stories features a diverse cast of characters, including a lying beaver, a self-doubting caterpillar, and a bullied bird, each facing relatable challenges. These tales are infused with Christian values, offering insights and life lessons that encourage emotional resilience in children. The author, inspired by her life experiences and faith, aims to uplift and entertain young readers while fostering a connection to Jesus. Each story serves as both a delightful read and a gentle guide to navigating life's difficulties.
The book explores the pervasive theme of self-transformation in contemporary culture, highlighting how various media, including shopping, makeover shows, and online dieting, shape societal expectations. It examines how these images create a sense of urgency for personal change, intertwining the present with visions of a better future. By analyzing these cultural screens, the author reveals the underlying pressures and implications of pursuing self-improvement in today's society.
The protagonist is trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day repeatedly. This unique premise explores the emotional and psychological challenges faced as they navigate their experiences, relationships, and personal growth. Each iteration offers opportunities for change and self-discovery, leading to profound insights about life and the choices we make. The narrative delves into themes of redemption, the significance of small moments, and the quest for meaning within the confines of a seemingly monotonous existence.
Thinking through original empirical research, this book explores the relations between girls' bodies and images from a Deleuzian perspective. Holding in suspension models of cause-and-effect and of subject(ivity)/object(ivity) it asks, what do images make possible for the becoming of bodies? -- .
Over 100 egg-free recipes using Aquafaba - literally 'bean water' drained off chickpeas - which is used by vegans as the perfect substitute for egg whites in baking, binding, leavening and meringue-making.
Svět, jak jej ukazuje waldorfské školství, je nezkažený a čistý a každému nabízí nespočet příležitostí pro osobní rozvoj. Judy MacFarlandová této myšlence zasvětila život, šťastná však není – manžel, závislý na lécích, jí ignoruje, se synem se jen hádá a vztahy s dcerou nejsou o mnoho lepší. Když se ve škole objeví šestnáctiletý Zach Patterson, zahlédne citově vyprahlá Judy odlesk chlapce, kterého jako dítě milovala. A protože přitahuje i ona jeho, je zralá žena ochotná rázem zapomenout na všechny zásady, kterými se doposud řídila. Věřila jim však někdy doopravdy? Skandál na sebe každopádně nenechá dlouho čekat…
