Compelling Confessions: The Politics of Personal Disclosure is a collection of essays whose shared purpose is to offer an accessible interdisciplinary exploration of the social dynamics behind confessional discourse. As various contributors to this collection demonstrate, confession is ubiquitous in contemporary culture, not only within psychological or therapeutic frameworks or literary analysis, but also in internet discussion groups, in the criminal justice system, in political rhetoric...

In the quaint town of Willow Creek, an extraordinary tale unfolds. Gypsy, a golden retriever with an uncanny ability to speak, becomes the talk of the town. Her witty remarks and heartwarming wisdom captivate the hearts of all who meet her. As Gypsy embarks on a series of adventures, she encounters a cast of unforgettable characters, including a mischievous squirrel, a wise old owl, and a lonely boy who finds solace in her companionship. Together, they navigate the challenges of life with ...

This year's anthology, the fifth by the Southern Ohio Writers Group, Seasons, is indicative of a lot of things: the sweetness and the bitterness of life, the passing seasons and the passing of time. This is the first anthology we have published since the pandemic.The Southern Ohio Writers and Readers Collaborative, SOWriters for short, is a writers' critique group which meets in Chillicothe, Ohio.