The Book & Beyond
Books, Authors, Film & Culture
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The Lullaby You Forgot: Songs in a Half-Remembered Tongue | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound emotional landscape of writing songs in a half-remembered tongue. This narrative delves into the specific heartbreak and beauty found in the space between a…
When the Story Won't Let You Sleep: The Haunting of Creative Ideas | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the phenomenon of creative ideas that refuse to stay quiet, often arriving as intrusive thoughts at 3 a.m. This is not insomnia or anxiety, but a signal from your…
Concrete Poetry: Finding Magic in Abandoned Industrial Ruins | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound creative potential hidden within abandoned industrial ruins. This is not just a discussion about urban exploration; it is a deep dive into how decay, rust, and…
The Faces in the Window: Finding Intimacy on Commutes | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the hidden intimacy of urban commuting and the art of observing strangers. Set against the backdrop of a train journey, the narrative delves into the unspoken social…
Melting Masterpieces: Why Imperfect Ice Sculptures Teach Us to Let Go | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound philosophy behind ice sculpture as a metaphor for creative impermanence and the art of letting go. This episode is designed for artists, writers, filmmakers…
Freelance Graphic Design in a Recession: Finding Beauty in the Burnout | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the intense reality of freelance graphic design during an economic recession. This discussion is essential for creative professionals, independent designers, and artists…
Sculpting Concrete in a Shelter: Art as Survival for Displaced Creators | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound intersection of art, survival, and displacement through the story of Elena, a sculptor who turned to concrete in a homeless shelter. This narrative moves…
Photographing Decay in Post-Industrial Towns | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound art and ethics of photographing decay in post-industrial towns. This is not merely a guide on urban exploration or capturing 'grunge' aesthetics for social…