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INTERVIEW: How this author drew inspiration from a tsunami to write a debut novel
Tsunamis, suspense and mystery shape this psychological thriller that is not short of twists and turns. The debut novel, Genesis Flood, by Shelley Cox is not for the faint of heart.
Genesis Flood follows the story of a pregnant woman who uses a tsunami as an excuse to escape an abusive life and disappear. This decision haunts her new life and the people she left behind. Did she make the right decision?
As 2004 came to its end, Shelley and her family had just finished celebrating Christmas when
Genesis Flood follows the story of a pregnant woman who uses a tsunami as an excuse to escape an abusive life and disappear. This decision haunts her new life and the people she left behind. Did she make the right decision?
As 2004 came to its end, Shelley and her family had just finished celebrating Christmas when
Is it right for authors to write another culture’s story?
When you think of JK Rowling, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Wizards? Broomsticks? Transphobia? For some, casual racism might not be their first thought, but many believe it is present in The Harry Potter series.
From stereotypes such as putting the only East-Asian character in the WHOLE of Hogwarts in the ‘academic’ house to naming one of the only black characters Kingsley Shacklebolt (has Rowling never opened a history book?), there seems to be a severe lack of research here.
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From stereotypes such as putting the only East-Asian character in the WHOLE of Hogwarts in the ‘academic’ house to naming one of the only black characters Kingsley Shacklebolt (has Rowling never opened a history book?), there seems to be a severe lack of research here.
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The “Winter Blues”: Living with Seasonal Depression
When you think of winter, you may imagine giving gifts, a warm brew on a cold
morning, and watching a wholesome film with your friends and family. But for
around 2 million people in the UK, this is not always an enjoyable time of year.
Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a type of depression that is experienced during
certain times of the year. It is commonly referred to as the ‘winter blues’ or the
‘winter depression’ because usually the symptoms are more apparent during the
colder mont
morning, and watching a wholesome film with your friends and family. But for
around 2 million people in the UK, this is not always an enjoyable time of year.
Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a type of depression that is experienced during
certain times of the year. It is commonly referred to as the ‘winter blues’ or the
‘winter depression’ because usually the symptoms are more apparent during the
colder mont
The darker side of Halloween: Why wastage is an environmental nightmare
As the days shorten and the leaves turn a deep shade of ochre; the end of the year is slowly creeping up on us. Like many others, your first thought may turn to the annual event of Halloween which is massive among students. Who wouldn't want to dress up as a mythical creature and dance all night at the Students Union?
But, instead of Michael Myers and Freddy Kruger being the villain, there is an invisible and ever-present evil terrorising the world. The real horror at Halloween is the global wa
But, instead of Michael Myers and Freddy Kruger being the villain, there is an invisible and ever-present evil terrorising the world. The real horror at Halloween is the global wa
REVIEW: Licorice Pizza
Licorice Pizza is a tale of unconventional love between 15-year old Gary Valentine and 25-year old Alana Kane.
Oozing with 70s style, Director Paul Thomas Anderson blasts viewers back to the past with this coming-of-age rom-com containing a quirky twist.
Similar to his previous films, Anderson executes awe-striking visuals partnered with compelling and complex storylines.
Based in the San Fernando Valley, California, we are first introduced to our protagonist Alana.
Alana is a photographer’s
Oozing with 70s style, Director Paul Thomas Anderson blasts viewers back to the past with this coming-of-age rom-com containing a quirky twist.
Similar to his previous films, Anderson executes awe-striking visuals partnered with compelling and complex storylines.
Based in the San Fernando Valley, California, we are first introduced to our protagonist Alana.
Alana is a photographer’s