The prospect of a ban appears to have seized front-page headlines as the next chapter in the ongoing debate on TikTok’s fate in the US. For millions of creators, small business owners, and the average user, however, TikTok is much more than a social media application: it’s a lifeline, a community, and an outlet for […]
As a fan of both music and literature, Long Players by Tom Gatti immediately piqued my interest. The premise is simple yet captivating: a collection of essays where writers share the one album that has been a touchstone in their lives. For someone like me, who loves exploring the deep connections between art forms, this book promised […]
Happy New Year and all that jazz. I’m pleased to report that I’ve completed my first book of 2025. It had been on my to be read pile on my Kindle for nearly 4 years to my embarrassment – and yes you’ve guessed it, this is my reading equivalent of going back to the gym […]
Your Arteries – An Owner’s Manual by William L. Driscoll: A Specialist’s Resource for a General Audience Reading Your Arteries – An Owner’s Manual by William L. Driscoll feels like attending a crash course in arterial health—but one designed more for medical students than for casual readers. Built on a foundation of 40 peer-reviewed medical journal articles, […]
Get Rich or Lie Trying: Ambition and Deceit in the New Influencer Economy by Symeon Brown is a fascinating and eye-opening look at the world of social media influencers. Brown, a journalist and author, spent two years researching the industry, interviewing influencers, marketers, and other experts. The result is a book that is both entertaining […]
Elaine Adu-Poku 