“Perspective is that part of a poem, novel, or play which a writer never puts directly upon paper.
It is that fixed point in intellectual space where a writer stands to view the struggles, hopes, and sufferings of his people.
There are times when he may stand too close and the result is a blurred vision.
Or he may stand too far away and the result is a neglect of important things.” 
― Richard Wright, novelist,
who died on this day, 1960


 

* New Book Releases –Week of 27 Nov 2017- Poetry, Dali, MORE

Here are a few new book releases from this week that are worth checking out:
Poetry, Theology, Snake Handling, Salvador Dali on Wine, MORE

Number 15: Preserve me with your mighty power.

In Case you Missed it... 

* Marilynne Robinson – 10 Freely Available Essays!

Sunday Nov. 26 was the birthday of Marilynne Robinson, 
the renowned novelist and essayist! Robinson’s next book, 
to be released in 2018, is What Are We Doing Here?: Essays
In anticipation of this essay collection, we offer the following list 
of ten of Robinson’s finest essays that can be read in full online!

From Our Archives... 

* Ten Up and Coming Women Writers for Christian Readers

How many books have you read by these authors?
Included on this list is Mallory Ortberg, whose birthday is today.
 

* Christmas Music for Those Who Don’t like Christmas Music

Music is an inevitable part of the Christmas season…
But what if you are weary of hearing the same old songs done over and over again? 
Here are eight of our favorite albums that don’t fit the typical Christmas music mold.
Download these digital albums and listen now…