This week, Disney released the first trailer for the summer 2014 movie, Maleficent. The movie tells the story about how Maleficent became evil (and apparently it didn’t… Read more “Splitting Hairs: Dissecting The Villain Origin Story”
Author: Sara
You’re so young [for breast cancer]…
“You’re so young” [for breast cancer], they tell me. Yet doctor files after doctor and my breast sees more action in two hours than it has in… Read more “You’re so young [for breast cancer]…”
On the Launch Pad: A Review of Ender’s Game
On Friday afternoon, I rushed out of the office to the movie theater to catch the 5:30 showing of Ender’s Game. I apologize that this post comes… Read more “On the Launch Pad: A Review of Ender’s Game”
A Monstrous Interpretation of Dracula
Last night I sat down with great anticipation to watch NBC’s Dracula. It was a perfect addition to my monstrous month of all things monster-ly! With my… Read more “A Monstrous Interpretation of Dracula”
My Experience Lecturing at Nerd Nite KC
This week, I had the opportunity to present at Nerd Nite KC. I got to talk about monsters and promote this little blog of mine. I don’t… Read more “My Experience Lecturing at Nerd Nite KC”
Lost in Translation?: On Reading Foreign Works in Your Native Tongue
When you study literature, they often tell you that you should not read texts in translation. It is best to read them in their original language because… Read more “Lost in Translation?: On Reading Foreign Works in Your Native Tongue”
I <3 Fake Corporate Twitter Accounts
I really like the trend of fake corporate social media accounts. Corporate America takes itself way too seriously and the fake accounts are a great opportunity to… Read more “I ❤ Fake Corporate Twitter Accounts”
The Meaning of a Story: Finding Solace in Writing and Reading
A story has meaning and a purpose no matter whether it is fully written (by you or by another) or in the early stages of crafting. A… Read more “The Meaning of a Story: Finding Solace in Writing and Reading”
On Language and the Promiscuous Woman
One of my “dreams” as a writer involves emulating Hemingway. If this surprises you, you either know me personally or already know that there’s not much about… Read more “On Language and the Promiscuous Woman”
5 Cringe-Worthy Words that Should *Totally* Bite the Dust
Are there words out there that just make you cringe? They either reflect another human’s idiocy or inflict feelings of disgust just because of what they are.… Read more “5 Cringe-Worthy Words that Should *Totally* Bite the Dust”