#Literary Journey

[juan-francisco-palencia]

literary journey.

"He who loves, sows. He who listens to his heart, reaps."

—  Juan Francisco Palencia.

[joncronshawauthor]

📚 Perseverance and Progress | Author Diary - September 27, 2024 🤒✍️

🤒 Battling Illness: Despite being ill this week, I pressed on with my writing commitments. It’s often difficult to maintain momentum during such times, but staying connected to my projects helps keep my spirits up. I managed to add about 10,000 words to “Forged in Blood,” the second book in the Guild of Assassins series 📘 Reading Updates:  I wrapped up “Fake Heroes” by Otto English, a…

[pebblegalaxy]

Pages of the Heart: A Journey Through Love and Legacy in India #ShortStory #fiction #BookishLeague @BohoBibliophile

Pages of the Heart The Arrival – Henry Henry Cooper had never been to India before. The cacophony of Delhi’s streets, vibrant with the relentless symphony of honking, was a far cry from the orderly quiet of his London apartment. He was here to promote his latest book, Eclipses of the Past, a historical novel that had unexpectedly taken the literary world by storm. He was met at the airport by…

[genevivesverses]

That Gothic Beauty of Carmilla

You seriously cannot get me to stop talking about Carmilla, a literary gem that predates Dracula and weaves a tapestry of love, mystery, and forbidden desires.

"Carmilla," though penned by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu in 1872, transcends time, inviting readers to wander through the corridors of Styria and witness the captivating dance of Laura and the alluring Carmilla. The prose, like a whispered spell, draws you into a world where reality and fantasy intertwine.

What sets Carmilla apart is its courage to explore same-sex desire in an era where such themes were shrouded in societal shadows. Le Fanu's narrative unfolds as a testament to love's resilience, defying norms and echoing a timeless truth: love knows no bounds.

[nicholasandriani]

Day 14/100 of Translating the Hyakunin Isshu | Verse of Longing: Minamoto no Tōru’s Poetic Legacy

Twitter Patreon GitHub LinkedIn YouTube 📚 Day 14 of the Hyakunin Isshu translation challenge is here! We’re exploring the profound verses of Minamoto no Tōru, a poet and statesman from Japan’s storied past. As we delve into the world of classical Japanese poetry, we invite you to journey with us and catch up on the past 13 days of this literary adventure. Let’s celebrate the beauty of…

[quirkyexpeditions]

7 Affordable Books That Will Change Your Life: A Literary Journey to Personal Transformation

Books have the incredible power to transform our lives, expand our perspectives, and inspire us to reach new heights. In this blog post, we invite you on a captivating literary journey as we explore seven life-changing books that have the potential to revolutionize your thinking, ignite your passion, and empower you to create a fulfilling life. Each book on this list holds the key to unlocking new insights, fostering personal growth, and embarking on a transformative path. Get ready to embark on an enlightening reading adventure that will leave an indelible mark on your soul. Immerse yourself in these transformative literary works, allowing them to challenge your perspectives, inspire personal growth, and shape your journey toward a more meaningful existence. As you embark on this reading adventure, remember that true change happens when we apply the wisdom we acquire to our lives, making conscious choices and embracing new possibilities.

Happy reading and may these books inspire you to create a life filled with purpose, fulfillment, and endless possibilities:

"The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho: This enchanting tale follows the journey of a young shepherd boy named Santiago as he embarks on a quest to discover his personal legend. Through captivating storytelling, Coelho's masterpiece imparts profound wisdom about following our dreams, embracing the unknown, and finding our true purpose in life.

"Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl: Written by renowned psychiatrist Viktor Frankl, this seminal work explores the author's experiences as a Holocaust survivor and delves into the concept of finding meaning in life. It offers a poignant perspective on human resilience, the pursuit of purpose, and the power of optimism even in the face of unimaginable adversity.

"The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle: In this transformative guide, Tolle presents readers with a profound invitation to live in the present moment. Through insightful teachings and practical exercises, he helps us break free from the shackles of past regrets and future anxieties, guiding us toward a state of inner peace, mindfulness, and spiritual awakening.

"The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey: Covey's influential book outlines seven principles that can empower individuals to become more effective in their personal and professional lives. By focusing on foundational habits such as proactivity, prioritization, and collaboration, readers gain valuable tools to enhance their productivity, build strong relationships, and achieve lasting success.

"Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear" by Elizabeth Gilbert: Gilbert, the bestselling author of "Eat Pray Love," explores the realms of creativity, fear, and the pursuit of a fulfilling creative life in "Big Magic." Through personal anecdotes and insightful wisdom, she encourages readers to embrace their innate creativity, overcome self-doubt, and live a life driven by curiosity, passion, and joy.

"The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz: Drawing from ancient Toltec wisdom, Ruiz outlines four powerful agreements that can transform our lives and relationships. By adopting principles such as impeccable words, not taking things personally, and always doing your best, readers are guided toward personal freedom, self-mastery, and authentic happiness.

"Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari: In this thought-provoking exploration of human history, Harari takes readers on a fascinating journey from the emergence of Homo sapiens to the present day. Through meticulous research and captivating storytelling, he challenges our preconceived notions about humanity, offering profound insights into the past, present, and future of our species.

These seven life-changing books have the potential to ignite a transformative spark within you, leading you toward personal growth, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. As you embark on this literary journey, remember to approach each book with an open mind, embrace the wisdom they offer, and allow their profound teachings to permeate your being.

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[averagecygnet-blog]

emma is the villain of tgwdlm

I need to talk about this oh my god

because it's told from the hive's perspective. paul is the protagonist because he is the one who resists them but must ultimately come to accept that they're right. emma is the one who must be beaten through force.

the difference between the hero and the villain is that the hero must change, while the villain cannot. (I'm not speaking in universals here, just generalizations of how the narrative structures work that tgwdlm uses in parody.) the hero and the villain both hold a belief that represents the thematic evil; by the end of the story, the hero must undergo apotheosis, which is to say, ultimate unity with the thematic good. once this is achieved, he can defeat the villain, who represents the thematic evil completely and is incapable of change.

to the hive, "good" is unquestioning conformity to the group's ideals, specifically, singing and dancing in sync with everybody else. "evil" is refusing to sing and dance along when, clearly, you want to.

paul is the perfect protagonist because he resists song and dance, but largely because it makes him uncomfortable. getting out of your comfort zone is necessary for change! it's a good thing to let yourself go through something uncomfortable in order to come out the other side better and stronger for it. (that much is true; however, sometimes discomfort is a legitimate sign that you should stay away from something.) paul has never really tried singing or dancing, and deep down, is afraid that if he tried it, he might like it. exactly the sort of person who can be converted and used as a shining example of the hive's righteousness.

emma must be the villain because her refusal to fall in line is a choice. she can sing, she can dance, she was in brigadoon in high school and she fuckin killed it, she is even taught a whole ass song with choreography by the hive on their first morning in hatchetfield (emma's comment about how they have to sing "all the time, apparently!" and zoey's implied presence at the theater when the meteor hit - because she was with sam, and sam was there - strongly suggests that nora and zoey were zombified all morning and she had no idea). it's stated by hidgens and suggested by nora and zoey that getting a human to sing/dance along with them is supposed to be a sort of mesmerizing tactic that the hive uses to start synchronizing a person to the hive mind, but emma refuses. she sings and she dances, just like they want, but she chooses to actively hate it the whole time, on principle. she can't be convinced; they have to swarm her, surround her on all sides. let it out is meant to win paul to their side; inevitable is just to gloat.

in the bar scene in hidgens' bunker, emma says that she must be the villain to paul's hero because she was in the musical that got him to hate musicals. on the one hand, she had it backwards; she's the villain because according to the hive, the all-encompassing narrative power, he's not supposed to hate musicals. on the other hand, she's kind of right: paul is the protagonist because he is the guy who didn't like musicals, while emma is the villain because she has the capacity to like musicals as well as experience in them, but has chosen to reject them.

who is the hero and who is the villain all depends on who is telling the story. and the hive is telling this story. don't forget that.

[diet-mountain-dew-nyc]

I love re-reading my old poetry, it's a taste of my youth, and I love over indulging. Here are my 23 year old thoughts from the window seat on the Acela Express, Washington to New York City.

[astrogirlythings]

[passions-and-pupils]

the true horror of Sun Wukong at the beginning of the journey was his complete lack of empathy. He could kill hundreds in the blink of an eye and not feel a thing for them. That’s why he needed the golden fillet, To make him feel what his victims felt.

And yet it didn’t work. Sun Wukong kept killing until he had to fight his biggest enemy, himself

The Six Eared Macaque represented his hostility, his lack of empathy, his malice. He was the part of Sun Wukong that wanted to get revenge on his master for banishing him from the journey, the part that thought he did nothing wrong and didn’t deserve punishment.

When he looked at the Six eared Macaque he realized that he didn’t want to be that person . so when he killed macaque he killed that part of himself and he went back on the journey, this time much more willing to change.

[juan-francisco-palencia]

May my words accompany you.

"In all of us there is a great feeling that gives the strength necessary to kindle love called embrace. The embrace is an emotion that manifests the soul and widens the heart".

—  Juan Francisco Palencia

[joncronshawauthor]

🧟‍♂️ Progress on Punks Vs. Zombies & Rewriting Chapters | Jon's Author Diary - March 1, 2024 📚✨

📝 “Punks Versus Zombies” Update: Exciting news for followers of the series – I’ve reached episode 25 of “Punks Versus Zombies!” Writing this far has been a thrilling experience, and I’m looking forward to bringing more of this story to life. ✍️ Redrafting “The Wolf and the Wyvern”: This week also saw significant progress on “The Wolf and the Wyvern,” with two chapters undergoing a redraft.…

[fragments-of-love]

[ghostinthegallery]

I'm not here to question a literary masterwork, I am just saying that Journey to the West would have been significantly improved if Sun Wukong could have challenged at least one person to a fight in the Denny's parking lot

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[nicholasandriani]

The Japanese Literature Podcast

I recently stumbled upon an incredible resource for all lovers of Japanese literature and culture: readjapaneseliterature.com. This podcast-cum—website is an absolute treasure trove of insightful articles, interviews, and even other podcasts that delve deep into the world of Japanese literature, showcasing its richness and diversity. I can’t express enough how important it is to have champions…