which is something i never like to do but it’s easier in this case bc one is a poetry/lyric book. i’m reading If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin (my first from him since i’m only recently getting back into reading a lot) and it’s been pretty good. 90 pages in but definitely not far enough to give any concrete opinions. for sure very engaged by it though, and i would recommend since i like Baldwin’s writing style. i’m also not done with but still lovinggg the Leonard Cohen Everyman’s Library Pocket Poets edition. been so obsessed with Cohen’s writing/music recently. it’s a very good compilation and i plan on buying it in the future!
May 21, 2025
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Just finishing up, it’s remarkably dense, but I don’t think I’ve found a work of theory as of late that is both incredibly graspable and topical, there’s some interesting thoughts about prose poetry and the role of literature in the 21st century I keep thinking about. it wears its Jameson influence on its sleeve but it’s worth picking up
Feb 28, 2024
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i genuinely struggle to verbalise just how good this book is. after the semester ended for me in mid-december, i was grappling with some major reading burnout and legitimately felt like i could not read more than three pages of any one book at a time. a few days into the break, my sister sat me down to straighten my 3c hair just for some shits and gigs (it took three hours), told myself just to sit with a book and turn my phone off, and i damn near finished it, cover to cover. i wanna avoid spoilers but. oh my god it is So Good. two days later i was driving to the nearest barnes and noble to pick up another copy to gift my friend. i actually cannot sing its praises enough, though i would recommend reading the sympathiser by the same author first. it's one hell of an inspired historical fiction novel and has got to be among my top.. singular book of all time. like my fave book ever. a man of two faces is the author's memoir, and if you're into politics, history, human rights, or just being educated and also down for a laugh with some dark humour and some really emotional prose, i can't recommend this book or author enough. 100% adore
Jan 6, 2025
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not underground or indie but upsettingly good
have been mostly able to write while reading it because i am paralyzed by its greatness
not even done yet just astounded
Oct 21, 2024
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if i see some bogus shit i just block bc this is my feed!! no matter the app i want to see things that i like and not bigoted, weird things…i have no energy for that (insta reels is starting to annoy me endlessly..)
May 26, 2025
like my family or loved ones, but instead it’s this picture of bjork dropping grapes. lmao? who came up with this idea. girl pick em up!!!
May 29, 2025
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libraries are a super important part of our communities as a haven for knowledge and entertainment! you can check out a multitude of books or other media by owning a library card. using your library card can also show that members of the community (including u) find the library to be valuable, which can possibly lead to more funding opportunities for them. support ur local library!!!
May 21, 2025