Although I consider myself an essayist, I write poetry for both adults and children. My writing is inspired by my life experience as a mother, teacher, nurse, and environmentalist, as well as travel, nature, and color. Occasionally, you’ll find articles on my hobbies of crafting costume jewelry, photography, sewing, crocheting, and painting. I also write book reviews when the spirit moves me. Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy what you read. Comments are always welcome, and help me to know what resonates with my readers.
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Nature-Inspired Articles on Gardening for Wildlife, Pollinator Conservation, Forest Walks, Ocean Conservation, Prairies, and more can be found on this blog.
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© Carol Labuzzetta, 2022.
I believe that travel makes the world a smaller place. I travel with my husband and occasionally with my adult sons. We especially love places where we can hike and not be fighting crowds in places that are experiencing overtourism.
Trips you can read about include:
- Bermuda
- Banff
- Scotland
- Ireland
- USVI
- Germany
- US National Parks
- and More…
Publications:
- Picture Perfect Poetry: An Anthology of Ekphrastic Nature Poetry (2024)
- Life’s Inspiration and Reflection In A Few Words: A Chapbook of Poetry (2022)
- Dirigible Balloon, an online poetry magazine for children’s poetry, published my series of poems on How Trees Wear Snow (2023)
Howdy Book Lovers 👋
We believe that books have the power to transform lives.
Through our club, we strive to foster a love for reading, promote lifelong learning, and build connections among members.
Whether you prefer fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, or biographies, you’ll find your place at Booknest.
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A rule-breaking masterpiece distilling the entire human comedy into brief chapters
Month
March, 2025
Author and date
Machado de Assis, 1881
The Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas, also translated as Epitaph of a Small Winner, is a novel by Brazilian writer Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis. The book presents the memoir of its protagonist, Brás Cubas, as told from beyond the grave.
The novel has a unique style of short, erratic chapters that shift in tone and style. Instead of the clear and logical construction of a typical nineteenth-century realist novel, it uses surreal devices of metaphor and playful narrative construction.
Upcoming Events
Monthly Kick-off Live Video Session
September 20, 2024 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join us for an engaging discussion of our book of the month. Share your thoughts, listen to others’ insights, and deepen your understanding of the story.
Weekly Discussion: Chapters 1-10
September 25, 2024 — 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Understand the author of The Tempest in this exclusive Q&A session. Ask your burning questions and learn about the inspiration behind the book.
Weekly Discussion: Chapters 11-20
September 20, 2024 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join us for an engaging discussion of our book of the month. Share your thoughts, listen to others’ insights, and deepen your understanding of the story.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Booknest book club work?
Each month, we select a new book for our members to read. We start with a live discussion, share weekly posts for open conversations, and host interactive live sessions to explore comments. At the end of the month, we wrap up with a special live session to reflect on the book before moving on to the next one.
Do I need to be an active participant to join?
Not at all! You can engage as much or as little as you like. Whether you prefer reading along quietly, sharing your thoughts in the comments, or joining our live discussions, Booknest welcomes all kinds of readers.
How are the books selected?
Our selections balance literary classics, modern gems, and diverse genres to keep things fresh and engaging. Members can also suggest books, and we occasionally hold polls to let the community decide upcoming reads.
Is there a membership fee?
Booknest offers free and premium membership tiers. While free members can access book selections and discussions, premium members enjoy exclusive perks like extra content, private Q&A sessions, and early event access.
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