By Mhairi Mcfarlane This is a thoroughly modern rom-com, which deals with the more serious subject of how our self esteem can be affected by bullying and body shaming. Dr Anna Alessi, a successful educated career woman, was bullied at school by her peers because of her weight. This was particularly hurtful because she had … Continue reading Here’s Looking at You
Word of the Day – Garnish
Word of the Day : April 28, 2020 garnish verb GAHR-nish Definition decorate, embellishto add decorative or savory touches to (food or drink)to equip with accessories : furnishgarnishee Did You Know? Although we now mostly garnish food, the general application of the "decorate" meaning is older. The link between embellishing an object or space and adding a little parsley … Continue reading Word of the Day – Garnish
Big Lies in a Small Town
By Diane Chamberlain The story centres around two women connected by a painting. It’s 2018 and Morgan Christopher is serving three years in North Carolina's Women's Correctional Centre, after confessing to a crime she did not commit. One day she has a visitor who makes her an offer she can't refuse, to restore an old … Continue reading Big Lies in a Small Town
Word of the Day – Zephyr
Word of the Day : April 27, 2020 Zephyr noun - ZEFF-er Definition a breeze from the westa gentle breezeany of various lightweight fabrics and articles of clothing Did You Know? For centuries, poets have eulogized Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind, and his "swete breeth" (in the words of Geoffrey Chaucer). Zephyrus, the personified west … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zephyr
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