Author: Miranda Alexander
The Joys of Literary Traveling
There is no Frigate like a BookTo take us Lands away _ Emily Dickinson There comes a point in every bibliophile’s life when someone has the nerve to utter the words […]
Blessings Taken For Granted
Miranda Alexander I must confess, I have been blind to a number of blessings in my life. There are several things I take for granted, an example: the ability to […]
Poe’s Melancholy Muse
Miranda Alexander “I was never really insane except upon occasions when my heart was touched.” ― Edgar Allan Poe Death speaks to us. It may come as a soft and gentle whisper […]
The Power of the Pen
Miranda Alexander C.S. Lewis once said: “You can make anything by writing”. This is a sentiment that has compelled countless authors to carry on and complete their stories for ages. […]
Writers of the Past and Present
Miranda Alexander Inspiration is everywhere. It lurks within the darkest of alleys and pursues our interest of mind. Though it has the will and strength to conquer any brain it […]
Bibliophiles and Literary Canons
Miranda Alexander There is one question that never fails to send my mind into a rather fantastic frenzy: “What is your favorite book?”. Naturally this would seem to be a […]
Under the Spell of Sleepy Hollow
Miranda Alexander Whether or not we like to admit it, we all take pleasure in sitting under the stars while soaking in the warm breath of a campfire and listening […]
Harmonious Hymns
When was the last time you honestly spared a few minutes to stop and admire nature? In the modern world we live in today, our cram packed schedules rule our […]
Franklin’s Legacy
Where would America be without Benjamin Franklin? Throughout the course of his life, he contributed several ideas and hopes that have shaped the nation. To this day, his accomplishments continue […]
Captivating Tales
Miranda Alexander The human race is undeniably allured by stories of crime and captivity. Something stirs deep within us when we tune into the news and are bombarded with the […]
A Challenge of Chivalry—Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Miranda Alexander Why is it that humanity is so captivated and fixated with spellbinding tales and mysterious magic? What is it that draws us in so deep that we find […]
Hunting Evil—Stepping into the World of Supernatural
Miranda Alexander Everyone loves to set around a campfire and listen to odd and sometimes, quite unnerving tales of the paranormal. Today, crowds flock to the cinema the second a […]