- by Dogish
Book Review: The Friend by Sigrid Nunez — A Quiet, Profound Meditation on Loss and Connection
Sigrid Nunez's National Book Award winning novel "The Friend" is a quiet masterpiece--captivating in its emotional honesty while offering profound insights into grief, friendship, and the healing power of unexpected (dog!) connections.
- by Dogish
Hollywood's Best Friends: Celebrities and Their Dogs this Awards Season (2025)
Hollywood’s biggest stars may be known for their red carpet moments and blockbuster performances, but even in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, the love of a dog remains one of life’s greatest joys.
- by Dogish
Dogs, Writers, and the Creative Life: Helen Humphreys' "And a Dog Called Fig"
A thoughtful exploration of how dogs shape the writing life, Helen Humphreys' memoir reveals the unique bond between authors and their faithful dog companions.
- by Dogish
Gertrude Stein's Canine Muses: The White Poodles of 27 Rue de Fleurus
Discover the fascinating relationship between modernist writer Gertrude Stein and her beloved white poodles. Learn how these dogs influenced her writing, daily life in Paris, and connections with famous artists like Picasso and Hemingway.
- by Dogish
Nightbitch Movie Review: A Bold Dive into Motherhood, Identity, and Transformation
If you’re looking for a movie that’s as wild, visceral, and thought-provoking as its title suggests, Nightbitch is a must-watch. Written and directed by Marianne Heller and based on the critically acclaimed novel by Rachel Yoder, the film blurs the...
- by Dogish
The Whimsical World of Josefina Schargorodsky
In the vibrant landscape of contemporary illustration, few artists capture the essence of joy and everyday magic quite like Josefina Schargorodsky. Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Schargorodsky has carved out a distinctive niche with her charming, colorful artwork that celebrates the simple pleasures of life...
- by Matt Yost
A Moving Tribute to a Lost Companion: Jenna Blum'sWoodrow on the Bench
In The Year of Magical Thinking, Joan Didion recalls the death of her husband, John Gregory Dunne. The event is so sudden that it happens in less time than it takes her to fetch something from the kitchen. The transition...
- by Matt Yost
A working writer with a career more varied than many of his contemporaries, E.B. White is best known as the beloved children’s book author of books like Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little, and as co-author (along with his Cornell professor,...