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Sarcoidosis has a talent for stealing your breath and occasionally your voice, then daring you to laugh about it. Between stubborn lungs, a complicated relationship with Symbicort, and the daily negotiations of chronic illness, this is a story about wheezing, whispering, and refusing to disappear—even when sarcoidosis tries to quiet everything.
As a child, I dove into a jellyfish-filled cove off the Atlantic coast, defying fear and instinct. In this personal mini memoir, I explore the unforgettable day the ocean chose not to sting me—blending themes of childhood courage, memory, and our mystical bond with nature.
Not all writing guides deliver on their promises. The Memoir Project by Marion Roach Smith started strong but quickly turned into a frustrating, thinly veiled ad for her courses. If you’re a new memoirist or chronically ill writer seeking real guidance, here’s why this book may leave you feeling more duped than inspired.
After a week of rain and gray skies, I stepped outside and found myself face-to-face with a monarch butterfly—a rare, breathtaking sight that reminded me why we let dandelions grow and bees buzz in our yard. Here's why moments like these mean everything when you're living with chronic illness and still trying to find joy in the little things.
He Gets That From Me by Unathi Smith offers a touching, character-driven story with emotional depth and strong interiority. While the plot is unique and engaging, the novel suffers from excessive description and noticeable editing errors that may disrupt some readers. This review explores the strengths and shortcomings of this quietly powerful book and its impact on self-publishing perception.
Tate Basildon 