Last Now Next for you this rainy April morning
I’ve been trying to read more poetry. I like that it’s bite sized and easy to pick up. I try not to overthink the “meaning” and stuff blah blah blah. Finna but Nate Marshall is so good. He is precise and purposeful with the way he plays with language. It is powerful and I think it’s a great one for those looking to dip their toes into poetry.
I am #currentlyreading The Story of the Lost Child by Elena Ferrante. It is the fourth and final book in the Neapolitan Quartet. And wow it is so so good. I’m sad to say goodbye to this series soon but I know I’ll return to it as I get older. I think part of Ferrante’s genius is her ability to weave in the political turmoil of the time into the story of Elena Greco and her community. It feels so visceral and urgent.
And finally due to my book buying ban I got There’s Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraqib, from my local library. He’s a favorite around here and for good reason. He has a way of comforting his readers. Making us all feel connected and less alone. I absolutely LOVE basketball so I know I’ll probably buy a hard copy one day. I am so excited to crack this one open.
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