The Grissom Library branch in Newport News, Virginia has recently made an unusual discovery in their book return box. A book, entitled “How Wars Begin” by A.J.P. Taylor, has been anonymously returned to the library after being overdue for 43 years. The book was due on March 23, 1980, and its return has set a new record for the Newport News Public Library. In an Instagram post, the library wrote, “The Grissom Library’s staff had a most unusual book returned in their book drop. The book was due on March 23, 1980! We believe this is a new record for…
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Paulo Coelho, the famous author of books such as “The Alchemist”, “Brida”, and “Eleven Minutes”, recently praised Indian Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Twitter. He referred to the actor as “King, Legend, Friend” and called him a “GREAT ACTOR”. Coelho also shared a video of a sea of fans outside SRK’s Mumbai home, Mannat. The post received over 1.3 million views on Twitter, with social media users thanking the author for sharing it. SRK’s recent film “Pathaan” has been breaking records and is expected to surpass Dangal’s collections in its second weekend. This is not the first time Paulo has…
“Ode to a Nightingale” is a beautiful poem written by John Keats. It was published in 1819 and is considered one of his most famous works. In the poem, Keats reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the eternal, unchanging beauty of the nightingale’s song. He expresses a sense of longing for the bird’s carefree existence and the escape from the sorrows and hardships of human life that it symbolizes. My heart aches, and a drowsy numbness pains My sense, as though of hemlock I had drunk, Or emptied some dull opiate to the drains One minute past, and…
“The Road Not Taken” is a poem by Robert Frost, first published in 1916. It is one of Frost’s most famous works and is often interpreted as a meditation on the choices we make in life and the consequences that follow. The speaker in the poem is standing at a fork in the road, trying to choose between two paths. He reflects on the difficulty of making decisions and the idea that each path represents a different life that he could have lived. In the end, he decides to take the path that is less traveled, suggesting a desire for…
Mirza Ghalib is considered one of the greatest Urdu poets of all time and his poems are widely read and appreciated even today. He was born in Agra in 1797 and was a versatile poet who wrote ghazals, nazms, and rubais with equal ease. Ghalib was also a prolific letter writer, and many of his letters have been published and widely read. He was a court poet during the reign of the Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar II, and his poetry reflects his wit, sarcasm, and philosophical musings on love, life, and death. One of the most distinctive features of…
According to the news on The New York Times, Salman Rushdie has a new book titled “Victory City”. The book is about mythmaking, storytelling, and the enduring power of language, and is framed as the text of a rediscovered medieval Sanskrit epic. Rushdie was brutally attacked while onstage during a cultural event in New York last year, causing him to withdraw from public life. The literary world rallied around him after the attack, and now with the release of “Victory City”, writers are once again championing his work. The book’s message, that stories will outlast political clashes, wars, the collapse…
Bryant Bright Consulting LLC, founded and owned by Dr. Zenovia Bryant-Bright, is proud to announce the launch of itsbusiness strategy and innovation consulting firm. The company’s mission is to inspire, motivate, and uplift others in their personal pursuits for happiness. Dr. Bryant-Bright, a multi-genre author and US Army veteran, brings a unique perspective to the consulting industry. She uses her expertise and real-life insights from her writings to educate and assist individuals struggling with career development in today’s rapidly changing economy. Her books offer detailed and actionable advice on various aspects of professional life, with a focus on building confidence,…
Dr. Gerald Smith Jr.’s new book, “Unshackled and Unashamed,” is set to be released on February 6th. The book, written by Dr. Gerald Smith Jr.’s, founder of GSJ Ministries in Charlotte, North Carolina, aims to explore the topic of singleness and marriage and provide guidance for those struggling with these issues. Under his apostolic and prophetic authority, Dr. Smith hopes to empower and bring healing to those who are hurting, rejected, and lost, and to point them towards the deliverance available through Christ. Why This Book? Why am I still single? Why didn’t I get what I was supposed to…
Jay Shetty is a popular author and podcast host who has also been a monk in the past. As the release time for his book 8 Rules of Love comes closer, the excitement among readers doubles. The monk-turned-millionaire earlier released his first book Think Like a Monk which also was a bestseller. Set to hit shelves on Jan 31st, it seems the author is going to get another bestseller in his kitty. His fan following is too high already. The upcoming book will talk about how to find lasting love and enjoy healthy relationships. Jay Shetty is a podcaster, social…
Writer’s block is a common struggle for many writers. Whether you’re a professional author, a student working on a paper, or a hobbyist writing in your free time, it can be incredibly frustrating to sit down at your computer or notebook and find that you can’t seem to get any words out. Difficulty starting a piece of writingFeeling uninspired or lacking in creativityFeeling overwhelmed by the task at handDifficulty organizing thoughts and ideasConstant distractions or procrastinationFeeling like what you’re writing is not good enoughDifficulty focusing or maintaining concentrationConstant editing while writing instead of focusing on the flowFear of failure or…