The author praises Gavin de Becker’s “The Gift of Fear,” highlighting its emphasis on trusting intuition and recognizing universal survival instincts. They appreciate de Becker’s straightforward yet respectful writing style and find the book’s insights on fear, vigilance, and critical thinking compelling. It inspired personal reflection and practical application.
Author: Guilliean Pacheco
Guilliean Pacheco (she/her) is a Filipino-American full-stack writer by day and raconteuse by night. She earned her M.F.A. in Writing from the University of San Francisco and is an Anaphora Arts poetry fellow. She's also a member of AIR, IWW FJU, and Uproot. She’s a misplaced California girl who lives in Las Vegas normally, if one could call living there normal, on Southern Paiute land.
The sounds of narration in 118 words
By adding sounds to your writing, you can make descriptions more vivid and create a more immersive experience for readers. Whether you want to add subtle richness or build suspense and tension, narrating sounds can help achieve your goals.
A House of My Own: Stories from My Life by Sandra Cisneros
I timed my reading of “A House of My Own” (affiliate link) by Sandra Cisneros so that I would finish it before I saw her speak via Zoom at the 2021 Las Vegas Book Festival for their NEA Big Read presentation. I scored a signed copy of A House on…
Citizen Girl by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus
Citizen Girl by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus is a fast-paced novel that follows the working escapades of a relatable, unnamed protagonist in the Big Apple. As she navigates the challenges of post-grad life and job hunting, readers will find themselves reflecting on their own experiences in the corporate world. With a nod to how she sees things differently, this book challenges readers to consider what is left unsaid as the truth unfolds.
What you need to know about chopping up manuscripts
Discover why rewriting and editing existing content is crucial for consistency and coherence, and avoid common mistakes that can distract readers and reduce clarity in your writing.
Season 2, Episode 023: Pretty Things Distract Me
Guilliean reads her short story of the same name. Stream it and read along with the text! Miriam woke up with a start. The bedsprings squeaked as she yawned. The haze of sleep guided her eyes to Agnes. The bottle-blonde slipped on her black cotton top, blinking at her phone….
Summer of My German Soldier by Bette Greene
Discover the powerful and moving story of Summer of My German Soldier by Bette Greene, based on true events during World War II. Follow 12-year-old Patricia Ann Bergen as she forms an unlikely bond with a German POW in Arkansas. A captivating tale of love, friendship, and resilience in the midst of war. A must-read for fans of historical fiction.
How does the hero’s journey work?
Learn how hero’s journey tropes teach valuable lessons about growth and human experience and how they relate to the mechanics behind the trope.