This was such a delightful read. I follow Grant Snider over on Threads where shares poetry comics including my favorite one called Words of Wonder. WhThis was such a delightful read. I follow Grant Snider over on Threads where shares poetry comics including my favorite one called Words of Wonder. When I saw that a book was being released? I knew I had to read it, and to get ahold of it during National Poetry Month is even better. The poems are fun, but also reflect on things like issues with self-confidence and how hard it can be learn something yet in a way that shows understanding while also giving hope. There's even lovely comics about how to write poetry or what it's like to write that were super relatable. There were moments where I laughed, shook my head in agreement, and just found that I felt lighter and was unable to stop smiling at the joy I was feeling. I definitely recommend picking this book up when you get a chance. You'll be happy you did....more
A fun, intriguing read. Definitely inspiring too. Immediately you get a feel for this setting, which is fascinating,Review contains some spoilers.
A fun, intriguing read. Definitely inspiring too. Immediately you get a feel for this setting, which is fascinating, but you also gather a good deal about Nata too. She's someone who enjoys being in space, a smuggler that would rather not be grounded though has to on occasion, that lives life her way. On her terms. The last is something you come to understand is important to the main character. Of course, she is forced to question what's important, though not in the most pleasant of ways. When what should be a simple job turns out not to be, you can understand her being angry. Though you also understand the plight of Lydia and Ayren, and their people. As the story progresses you see the changes that come about in Nata whether she likes it or not, and she seems quite adverse to change, creating a beautiful story of growth and rebellion. And we see how this experience brings about unexpected growth.
The other thing I enjoyed greatly is that there are subtle clues at first that Nata is different, you're not quite sure how though as the story develops it's revealed that she's disabled. Yet, she's adapted and this has not stopped her nor is she treated differently for being so by the characters that we see interact with her. As someone with a disability it's awesome to see a character who is the same, but who isn't defined by her disability and instead lives with it just as an element of her life. One that she adapts and overcomes, and that others don't seem to let stop them from hiring her for jobs cause they know her reputation. There's a lot of great representation to be found in this story.
Anyways, I could go on and on about this story — and how creative, and in some manner unique, a tale and character the author has written here which is wonderful — but I'll spare you the rambling. Instead I'll just say that I strongly recommend giving this a read and I can't wait to read more by this author....more
Inspirational. His photography is beautiful and draws you in, and on top of that his way with the written word is alluring. Intelligent and wise, and Inspirational. His photography is beautiful and draws you in, and on top of that his way with the written word is alluring. Intelligent and wise, and not in the least afraid to allow you inside his head. I was impressed with how open he was with the reader. I picked this book up yesterday at the behest of an acquaintance and read it in a day. Now, I want to know more about him and his photography, and there are so many quotes that I won't forget. They will continue to inspire me. Definitely a book worth picking up and reading....more
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