Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. I wish that the illustrations weren’t only shown at the start of each new section, but used throughout the book! Overall, even though this didn’t end up being a favorite, I’m still glad that I read it. Probably my favorite part of this book is still the illustration of the jellyfish which is me, and you, and us. Courtney Peppernell: I had self-published Pillow Thoughts originally, and during the time that it was growing, I decided to write a second poetry book and titled it The Road Between. They were a small reminder to keep going and to believe and trust that I’m much stronger than I think I am especially for making it this far in life when every single day is a struggle. I’ve been struggling a lot with my mental health over the last few months and reading some of these passages really got to me. That said, I do wish that I felt more connected to the work in this book, but there was a lot here that I felt was a little ‘recycled’ and nothing that I hadn’t heard of before.Īs always though, when Peppernell speaks a thought that resonates with me, it gets me hard, and right in the heart! I teared up reading the chapter on “if your mind needs repairing” and I felt hopeful reading “if your mind needs inspiration”. There is an undercurrent of hope that runs through the words and ties them together in this book. Peppernell’s poetry/prose is simple yet effective in reaching into the hearts and minds of her readers to either give a gentle nudge or hug. I love a good book of poetry and prose that I can connect with and I’ve done that with Pillow Thoughts I & II, although I connected most with Pillow Thoughts I. I didn’t know that Peppernell was coming out with another Pillow Thoughts book, but when I saw that the title was “mending the mind” I knew I had to read it. Fix yourself a warm drink and settle into Peppernell’s words as she pens a tribute to her readers who are bravely continuing their journey from hurt to healing. In a voice that is inclusive and open to all, Courtney Peppernell presents a tribute to her readers in the third installment of her bestselling Pillow Thoughts series.Ī beautifully raw and poignant collection of poetry and prose, Pillow Thoughts III continues the series from poet Courtney Peppernell. Pillow Thoughts II: Healing The Heart, is forthcoming in August 2018.Goodreads: Pillow Thoughts III: Mending the Mind In August 2017 she published Pillow Thoughts and The Road Between via US publisher Andrews McMeel Publishing. In February 2017 she released her second novel, Keeping Long Island. Courtney has been writing her whole life and currently writes Young Adult novels and poetry collections. In October 2016 she released the best-selling poetry collection Pillow Thoughts. Make yourself a cup of tea and let yourself feel.Ĭourtney Peppernell is an LGBT author from Sydney, Australia. It is divided into sections to read when you feel you need them most. Pillow Thoughts is a collection of poetry and prose about heartbreak, love, and raw emotions. Her striking vignettes speak to the love she has shared with other women and the love she’s come to find for herself. Her poetry validates her readers and encourages them to find joy in the smallest moments. Peppernell’s Pillow Thoughts, originally self-published and recently re-issued by Andrews McMeel is in its fifth print run and beloved by young women around the world. She’ll be reading from her books Pillow Thoughts and The Road Between. The Bindery hosts a special evening with Australian sensation Courtney Peppernell as part of her first US tour.
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