As ridiculous as it sounds, the death of a fictional character can be rather upsetting. The reason I say some people might perceive this reaction as ridiculous is that the character in question is not at all real, and if you aren’t someone who attaches themselves emotionally to these sorts of characters, I suppose your … More Which fictional character deaths hit you the hardest?
I haven’t exactly kept my love for Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses” (ACOTAR) book series a secret here on my blog, and for good reason; aside from the “Harry Potter” series, they’re the best fantasy books I have ever read, and Maas, like J.K. Rowling, possesses the rare but insanely appreciated … More “Assassin’s Blade”: read or rid?
If you’re a reader to any extent, there is a strong probability you have heard of a book titled ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas. ACOTAR is the first of five novels in the entire series, and upon hearing how bloody good ACOTAR is from multiple people and sources, I … More This is why ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ is so damn good
I possess my Bachelor’s degree in English language and literature, so I suppose it goes without saying that I enjoy reading. Given the copious amounts of reading I was required to do in order to retain my degree, I really don’t think someone can pursue English if they don’t enjoy reading. Unless you’re a glutton … More What are your go-to reads?
The concept of film really is a wonderful one, in my opinion. To consider the time, effort, money, and special skills required to create a movie is astounding, really, depending on what sorts of film you’re into, and I do have a significant level of respect for filmmakers and all of the individuals who work … More What movie scene changed your life?
If you’re new to my blog, I have an academic background in English language and literature. If you’ve been following my blog to any extent, you’re likely aware of this, so I apologize for the redundancy. I’ve loved reading for as long as I can recall, but despite my passion for it, I was not … More The importance of finding your reading niche
Continuing yesterday’s discussion regarding common misconceptions, today’s post will again dissect some popular beliefs many of us consider to be true that are, in fact, false. I’m not here to burst anyone’s bubble, but I figure it best to educate someone on a matter like this as opposed to allowing them to continue living a … More Common misconceptions: are you a culprit? (part two)
If you’ve never heard the phrase ‘go-to comfort show’ before, allow me to provide you with the details. I first heard this terminology a couple of years ago, entirely unaware of the fact that I was already dabbling in the act itself, but in my own words, it is the process of watching a movie … More What’s your go-to comfort show?
If you know me on a personal level, and have for a little while, there is a strong probability you are familiar with my love of Harry Potter. I don’t blame you if you don’t believe me in what I am about to say, but to the best of my recollection, I started reading the … More Can we leave well enough alone?
While I realize that the deaths of characters in television and film are entirely fictional, that doesn’t mean they can’t be absolutely devastating in their delivery. These days, visual effects and computer-generated imagery are better and more impressive than ever in the realm of Hollywood, meaning not only are the deaths of specific characters truly … More Fictional deaths I will never get over
Reading can be a truly incredible experience. Depending on the text you’re reading, and further, your level of interest in said text, reading can be an experience that isn’t easily forgotten. On the other hand, it can also be a nightmare if you’re reading a book that fails to peak your interest. Reading is something … More Three signs that book you’re reading is a keeper
Reading can be such an incredible experience. If you’re an avid reader, chances are you’ve come across a handful of books in your life that impacted you more tremendously than others, for whatever reason. Perhaps the characters were immensely relatable and encouraged you to feel as though you’ve known them for several years; perhaps the … More The Pleasure of Re-Reading Novels
For Christmas, I received Harry Potter: A History of Magic from my parents. I have always been obsessed with the Harry Potters books and began reading them at a rather young age, which in turn sparked my passion for reading and writing and led me to pursue English in university. Harry Potter: A History of Magic, by … More Harry Potter: A History of Magic
I came across an interesting article a couple of days ago discussing some potentially unknown facts about the Harry Potter series. I personally consider myself a Potterhead, but there were some items discussed in the article I was unaware of. Harry and J.K. Rowling share the same birthday (June 31) Rowling developed the names of the four Hogwarts houses … More Think You Know Everything About Harry Potter?
Movies, for me, are a tricky topic. I definitely enjoy movies, but I tend to gravitate more towards television series when I am looking for something to watch. I do have movies I favour over others, though, so without further ado, here are some of my favourite flicks. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Make … More My Favourite Movies
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