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Coffee Shops of the World: Montreal in Coffee Cups

In the second edition of “Coffee Shops of the World,” Attic writer M.A. McCuen takes us along on a very caffeinated trip to Montreal to coffee shops and cultural sites alike.

Comforting Films, Vol. 3: Fairy Tales Edition

Continuing our Comforting Films Series, contributor Milena Le Fouillé shares her favorite classic and updated fairy tales.

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What We’re Watching, Vol. 1

In our first television roundup, Olivia, Lauren, and Raquel chat their latest binge watches and give a few more watching suggestions for the weekend.

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A Letter of Love and Farewell to Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Milena Le Fouillé considers what it is about Crazy Ex-Girlfriend that makes it one of the most important shows for mental health and our current day.

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Soundtracks to Write To, Vol.2

In the second volume of “Soundtracks to Write to,” Lauren Olmeda takes on her all-time favorites.

Culture, LifestyleLauren OlmedaApril 13, 2019music to write to, classical music to write to, film soundtracks, film soundtracks to write to, culture, academia Comment

Sunday Strolls, Vol. 5: Otranto

Relaxing in her native Puglia, Rory Mara walks us through the city of Otranto – past the castle we all know thanks to Horace Walpole – and onto its sunny streets.

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Soundtracks to Write to, Vol. 1 – Period Film Scores

Lifelong writer and literature student, Olivia Gündüz-Willemin shares her favorite period drama soundtracks to write too.

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Life Lessons from Odd Places: Anaïs Nin & Chronic Pain

Annie Jo Baker delves into Anaïs Nin’s and comes to terms with holding multiple conflicting ideas in your head at the same time when dealing with the realities of chronic illness and pain.

Culture, LiteratureAnnie Jo BakerMarch 10, 2019Anaïs Nin, Anais Nin, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, depression, mental health, mental health awareness, mental illness, literature, mental health medication, popularComment

Period Dramas Outside the English-Speaking World

Writer Nataly R. Baeza shares her favorite period dramas that don’t take place in the English speaking world.

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In Defence of Marie Kondo – What Does It Mean to ‘Spark Joy’?

Inspired by Marie Kondo, Jessica Armstrong considers what it means to “spark joy” by turning to literature and other aspects of life before tidying up.

Oscars Talk 2019

With the 2019 Academy Awards upon us, Culture Editor Eliza Campbell leads a discussion on the year’s films and on film culture in general.

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How to Dress Like You’re in a John Singer Sargent Painting

In her first piece for The Attic, new contributor Mary Hitchman shares her style and methods for dressing like the glamorous subjects of our favorite portraitist.

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A Practical Guide to Taking (Pretty) Notes

After her piece on bullet journaling, M.A. McCuen returns with a practical guide to pretty note taking.

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On Reading Goals and Reading Women

Vesna Curlic considers the effects of setting reading goals and looks at what happens when, for an entire year, she only picked books she wanted to read.

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Comforting Films, Vol. 2 : Valentine's Day Edition

In a new segment of our Comforting Films series, Raquel chooses Valentine’s Day to throw over her single status and indulge in the rom-com favorites that keep her loving love.

Lifestyle, CultureRaquel ReyesFebruary 14, 2019indie films, spanish films, romantic films, comforting films, Raquel Reyes, comforting things, netflix, fairy tales, Valentine's Day, french films, romantic comedies, filmComment