In this short episode, I read a poem written by Wislawa Szymborska preceded by an article explaining the inspiration for the poem. Please feel free to visit my site and leave a message/comment. You can find the original article and poem here.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

Carolina Writes! In this episode I share my original work, a poem about life, faith, where we stand, and how I see things. You can also find this poem on my website. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode Alice and I read a Harold and the Purple Crayon Story by Don Gillies and we discuss our favorite animals. Enjoy ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode Alice and I read a story about a girl who pays extra special attention at school, written by Justin Roberts. Enjoy ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode Alice and I read her first chapter book. It’s a very interesting book by Ben Clanton that leaves space for using your imagination. Enjoy ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I read a piece from my Memoir. I delve into the very beginning of an unsafe relationship and what it’s like to fall into the FOG (Fear Obligation Guilt) that comes with dating a narcissist. You can read this short story for yourself on carolinareads.squarespace.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

I am happy to announce that I will be sharing my own writing on my podcast. I will continue to read our favorite short stories and poems, as well as children’s stories, and will also share my own work. Enjoy ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

This is my official manifesto. It’s been a while since I’ve read anything on here but I’ll be back soon to share my own writing. Enjoy ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

For this series I will be sharing my required readings in my Creative Writing course.This weeks focus is theme and character development. In this episode I read a short story by Neel Patel titled “If You See Me Don’t Say Hi”. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this mini episode I read a poem by Jurien Huggins. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

This is a special glimpse into a good friends vision. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I continue reading from In The Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez. I’ve given up on perfect reading. Sometimes my words get tangled, bear with me. I’d like to think the story is still easy to follow this way. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I begin reading In The Time Of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez. *Trigger Warning* Very sensitive topics are covered in this novel. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I read the NIV translation of the book of Ecclesiastes. It is my hope that reading this will lead to empathy and compassion for those who find themselves trapped in despair. There is greater meaning in the meaninglessness of this world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this bonus mini episode our special guest Jurien Huggins reads his poem, Stutter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this bonus episode I analyze a poem from my first reading, The Prophet by Khalil Gibran. I discuss the literary elements used in the poem titled On Children. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode Alice and I read Ocean Meets Sky by The Fan Brothers and we describe the beautiful illustrations. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

I’m this episode, Alice and I read Jack and the Beanstalk and come up with a second ending to the story. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I read Rapunzel as told by Rachel Isador with my very quiet listener, Alice. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I read The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This short story is written as a series of unnerving diary entries and is set in 19th century. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I continue reading poetry from Shiver by Jurien Huggins. This book of poetry is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Shiver-Book-Lost-Jurien-Huggins-ebook/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode I read poetry from Shiver by Jurien Huggins. This small 72 page book of poetry written by Jurien Huggins, is for lovers and cynics and all you "in-between" folks. It is available as an ebook on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Shiver-Book-Lost-Jurien-Huggins-ebook --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

In this episode, I read The Creation by James Weldon Johnson and discuss the book and it’s meaning with my 4yo. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carolina-reads/support

This episode concludes the reading of The Prophet by Khalil Gibran. In this last segment, the prophet, Almustafa, says farewell to the people of Orphalese. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I read the last of the themes discussed by the prophet Almustafa in the city of Orphalese in The Prophet by Khalil Gibran.