Hermeneutics, Metacognition, and Writing

In her collection of essays featuring the work of literary giants like Toni Morrison, and Emily Dickinson, editor Maryann P. DiEdwardo and her contributors map out the terrain of grief and injustice and make convincing arguments about the efficacy of literature to heal wounds. These ambitious essays are at once erudite, engaging, and remarkably hopeful

Stephanie Powell Watts,

won the Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence for her debut story collection, 'We Are Taking Only What We Need' (2012), also named one of 2013's Best Summer Reads by O: The Oprah Magazine

Patti Pasda as artist is a painter of animals, especially horses, and it is obvious that she is attuned to their free spirits. As a person-in-the-community, she is equally engaged and understanding, whether she is interacting with an individual or supporting action for global betterment. Patti Pasda -- courageous, loyal, loving.

Professor Emeritus John F Vickrey,

Lehigh University