Adventures in Literature

Tag: short stories

  • Dive into History with This Week’s First Lines

    Dive into History with This Week’s First Lines

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    Ashley B.
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    First Lines Fridays, hosted by Wandering Words, invites readers to assess books by their opening lines. This week’s featured novel, “The Belgian Girls” by Kathryn Atwood, intertwines the stories of two women during significant historical events in Belgium, focusing on themes of resilience and friendship amid perilous times.

  • First Lines Friday | 10/4/24 | I’m a little obsessed with this one…

    First Lines Friday | 10/4/24 | I’m a little obsessed with this one…

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    Ashley B.
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    First Lines Fridays is a weekly event by Wandering Words that focuses on a book’s opening lines. The host shares a personal reading experience of a short story collection by Teika Marija Smits, emphasizing its emotional impact and diverse perspectives. The featured story, “Umbilical,” showcases her imaginative storytelling, blending genres.