There's too much tendency to attribute to God the evils that man does of his own free will. -Agatha Christie
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Quote of the Week
It is always the right time to do the right thing.-Martin Luther King Jr
A to Z: Weird and Wonderful Words
The world is full of weird and wonderful words, many of which most of us do not even realise is out there. There are words for definitions, feelings, and experiences that we never even knew we needed. I have compiled an A to Z of what I feel are the weirdest words I know: A-… Continue reading A to Z: Weird and Wonderful Words
The Best Opening Lines in Novels
As an avid reader, and an English Literature student, it is fair to say that I have read my fair share of novels. An important part of enjoying the novel for me is the first line. This first line is important, and it sets not only the scene of the novel, but the tone. With… Continue reading The Best Opening Lines in Novels
Book Review: ‘The Chalk Man’ by C.J. Tudor”
Another book review! I have no words when it comes to this book. I have been in a murder mystery sort of mind frame recently, and reading the blurb of this book, I was set to enjoy what seemed to be another ordinary novel filled with plot twists and clues; all leading up to the… Continue reading Book Review: ‘The Chalk Man’ by C.J. Tudor”
Book Review: ‘the princess saves herself in this one’ by Amanda Lovelace
There is nothing like going to the beach in the evening and reading a book. I read this last night after moving back into university for my final year (I don't know where the time has gone!) It had been recommended to me by a friend; however, I was hesitant to read it because it… Continue reading Book Review: ‘the princess saves herself in this one’ by Amanda Lovelace
English is weird
English is full of so many rules, which each have their own exceptions that make the rule itself almost unnecessary. The numerous exceptions and changes that occur all the time make it almost impossible to keep up to date with the language that most of us use as our first language. I can only imagine… Continue reading English is weird
Fascinating Quote
On my holidays, I happened to be reading the book ‘The Virgin Way' by Richard Branson. There was a passage that was really thought-provoking: “I am constantly amazed at how many people appear to live their lives either always looking in the rear-view mirror or talking about how things are going to be different in… Continue reading Fascinating Quote
Words
As an English student, words fascinate me. Strings of letters each placed in a particular order; with each pattern producing an image, forming a connection with the reader or user. It is truly magical, the way these simple structures can conjure up things you have never even heard of before. How these words, when placed… Continue reading Words
New Poem Alert!
I have been really inspired lately, don't ask me why! Here is my new poem (I have reverted back to my more downbeat style for this one). Do you notice me like I notice you? The way you walk, talk and move. Is it the same for you When our eyes meet, Our hands touch?… Continue reading New Poem Alert!
The Pen Not The Sword 