Life, lyric, and the hidden heart of myth and literature.
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In this review of The Artist by Lucy Steeds, I explore the novel’s setting in 1920 Provence, its central characters Edouard Tartuffe, Ettie, and Joseph Adelaide, and the lingering impact of World War I on their lives. This atmospheric historical fiction novel examines art, ambition, control, and creative freedom within…
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The air is crisp, the candles are lit, and I think it’s safe to say that my favourite reading mug has achieved a permanent position in my hand. It is, undeniably, peak reading season. There is a quiet, unique magic to a good winter read. The right book provides the…
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They told me you were gone, and I just froze, Like the icy rain that fell that day and turned into cold sludge Out in the streets, where the cars still ran and people trudged On and on, in their own little ruts, towards some insignificant goal The rain turned…
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In Slavic lands, winter was never just a season. It was a presence. It arrived quietly, without ceremony, settling into forests and villages like a held breath. Snow did not merely fall. It sealed. Rivers did not simply freeze. They slept. Slavic gods do not conform to any kind of…
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Writing for Mental Health: Finding Creative Expression in Everyday Feelings
I began writing before I understood why I needed it. My first journal arrived when I was six, and I used it to record the…
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The 3 Best Pet Water Fountains for Cat Owners
When my cat Jerry developed bladder stones a few years ago, our vet stressed how important it was to make sure he stayed well hydrated.…
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10 Cosy Christmas Reads to Keep You Warm Until the New Year
The air is crisp, the candles are lit, and I think it’s safe to say that my favourite reading mug has achieved a permanent position…
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Death
They told me you were gone, and I just froze, Like the icy rain that fell that day and turned into cold sludge Out in…
● About Me
Welcome.
I’m Erna, the writer and creator behind this space. I’m a creative business owner, lifelong lover of words, and a devoted cat lady. Slavic mythology sits at the heart of my work, and here you’ll find my poems, book reviews, retellings of old myths, and glimpses into my own books and writing journey.
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● MY BOOKs
Beneath the Surface
My poetry collection Beneath the Surface revolves around the secrets, weaknesses, and monsters that creep beneath the surface of the everyday existence. Go here to learn more!
Myths & Stories 