Ever wonder what’s really happening beyond the words on a page? In Beyond The Page, we explore the hidden layers of storytelling, literary deep dives, and the secrets behind why books resonate so deeply. Whether it’s decoding symbolism, breaking down storytelling techniques, or analyzing the cultural impact of a novel, this category takes you deeper. If you love understanding storytelling, discovering hidden themes, and reading between the lines, you’re in the right place.
Before there were hashtags, there were verses. Before there were marches, there were metaphors. Long before the phrase “spoken word” became a movement, there were revolutionary voices who carved truth into the flesh of language. Poetry has never been passive. It breathes, it shouts, it refuses to back down. It is a revolutionary act […]
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Poetry isn’t just something pretty on the page. It’s survival. It’s resistance. It’s a lifeline stretched across centuries, connecting women who dared to speak when the world told them to be silent. Long before microphones, book deals, or viral quotes, women poets were putting truth to paper in the only ways they could, sometimes in
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Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to indulge in some heart-fluttering, page-turning romance. And what better way to celebrate than by revisiting some of literature’s most unforgettable book boyfriends? These fictional men have charmed their way into our hearts with their wit, devotion, and undeniable allure. Whether you’re into brooding bad boys, steadfast protectors, or
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In 1983, The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley offered a bold new lens on the Arthurian legends, one that centered the women who had been relegated to the background for centuries. For many readers, especially women, this novel became a gateway to discovering inner strength and the profound power of spirituality and
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There’s something about the crisp air of autumn, the rustle of leaves underfoot, and the early arrival of dusk that stirs a certain mood—a feeling of lingering unease, as though the world is slipping into a quieter, more introspective time. In this season of shadows, the human fascination with mortality and the macabre feels more
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There are moments in life that change you forever. For me, one of those moments happened in the poetry section of my local library back in 1970 something. It was a hot summer day, and I was wearing cutoff jean shorts and a tube top, sitting cross legged on the rough industrial carpet that always
How Nikki Giovanni Inspired Me to Speak My Truth Through Poetry? Read More »
