It’s the spook-spookiest time of the year! Celebrate all-things Halloween literary style with these thirteen creepy poems! 1. “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” by Samuel Taylor Coleridge “The Rime of the Ancient …
7 Authors Who Have Struggled With Mental Illness
Mental health used to be the taboo subject that was swept under the rug. Thankfully in recent years, giant steps have been made to increase awareness of mental illness and …
Newly Discovered Sylvia Plath Letters Describe Abuse At The Hands Of Husband Ted Hughes
Previously unseen letters from Sylvia Plath to her friend and former therapist give a personal account of the domestic abuse she experienced at the hands of her husband and renowned …
Feeling Anxious? Here Are 15 Books To Help With That
When I feel anxious, I know I need to step back and take stock but the truth is, I don’t have ability to do that straight away. My strategy is …
VIDEO: Sylvia Plath And Ted Hughes Interview
YouTube Channel: C Ja Married poets and authors Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes discuss their backgrounds, how they got involved in writing, and their life together. Featured image via …
VIDEO: Sylvia Plath Reads ‘Ariel’
YouTube Channel: mishima1970 Classic author and poet Sylvia Plath reads her poem, Ariel, from The Collected Poems which was released two years following her death in February 1963. Featured image …
VIDEO: Rare Sylvia Plath Interview
YouTube Channel: nagusd Here’s a rare interview with The Bell Jar author Sylvia Plath that was recorded in 1962. Have you read any of Plath’s collections of poetry? Featured image via …
VIDEO: Sylvia Plath Reads ‘Daddy’
YouTube Channel: mishima1970 The famous poet and author reads one of her most well-known writings, Daddy, published along with her other memorable poems in a collection of works entitled Ariel. …
5 Writers’ Diaries Every Literature Lover Should Read
A writer’s diary is a magical thing. It’s the place literary legends work out sloppy first drafts, explore their deepest anxieties, and gossip about the people in their lives that …
Upcoming Sylvia Plath Film To Offer An Intimate Peek Inside ‘The Bell Jar’ Of Depression
I have long been an admirer of Sylvia Plath, both personally and professionally, ever since I was exposed to her second collection of poetic works, Ariel. In this classic masterpiece are …
Digging Deeper: Moving Beyond The Tortured Heart Of Sylvia Plath
For many people, the mention of Sylvia Plath’s name conjures the image of a woman steeped in bitter sadness, whose life was tragically cut short by her own hand. We …
12 Of The Best Quotes From Literary Heroines
Everyone loves a strong female heroine. From protagonists to minor characters, here are twelve of the best quotes from women in literature. 1. Nora Helmer “If I am ever to …
The Five Notable Works Of Sylvia Plath Everyone Should Read
It’s safe to say that Sylvia Plath was one of the first women writers to really make a name for herself in the literary world. Though her life was all …
6 Sylvia Plath Tattoos That’ll Make Every Bookworm Swoon
Whenever a certain story leaves such a valubale and lasting impact on your life, there’s no way that you will ever be able to easily forget it. Whether it be …
15 Deeply Moving Quotes From Sylvia Plath
YouTube Channel: mishima1970 Sylvia Plath was one of the best poets and novelists of the 20th century. Though her life was cut short by her own hands at the prime age …