We thought it was time to reintroduce ourselves x Hi, I’m Trina, I’m one of the editors and issue put-together-er of Swimpress. My life has changed quite a bit since starting Swimpress so if you like to find out a little bit more about me and what I get up to beyond Swimpress then read… Continue reading Meet the Editors: Trina
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An interview with romance writer Lia Louis
by Trina Read It’s that season; love is in the air, whether romantic or platonic, and what better way to embrace it than to tuck into a romance novel, or perhaps try your own hand at writing romance? We were lucky enough to get the chance to pick at the brain of international bestselling author… Continue reading An interview with romance writer Lia Louis
My 2024 Writing Challenge
by Charlie Fabre In 2024, I’ve decided to write 40k words in 100 days.
Short Books to Finish Off your 2023 Reading Goal
by Charlie Fabre It’s the last month of the year, and with 21 days left before 2024, everyone is scrambling to get this year’s reading goals all finished up! Personally, I’ve missed my reading goal by just ONE book for the past 3 years (I don’t know how I keep doing this to myself), so… Continue reading Short Books to Finish Off your 2023 Reading Goal
Saltburn, a Glittery Nightmare: Review
by Charlie Fabre Easily one of my most anticipated movies of the year, I finally got to see Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn on Wednesday, and I’m still reeling from it! This review will contain a few spoilers, but they will be marked from beginning to end.
A Feminist Reclamation of Sex, Violence and Extremism
by Anuska Roy Trigger Warning: Mentions of sexual assault, rape and violence This is a non-fiction essay submitted to us by Anuska Roy on the theme of haunt.
Why Gothic Literature is so Suited to Discussing Womanhood
by Charlie Fabre Ever notice how much of Gothic literature is home to female main characters? Whether it’s the young nanny tasked with taking care of creepy children or an old woman lingering (literally) in the attic like a ghost. Female characters have made quite a home in Gothic literature in a way that male… Continue reading Why Gothic Literature is so Suited to Discussing Womanhood
Reflections: September Prompt Responses
This month’s writing prompt was Reflections. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted Reflections prompt: light reflects colors and shapes onto surface. A face distorted by refractions and disillusionments; it’s difficult to tell what is really there. In the glass there’s a mirror image, a doppleganger, something familiar yet not quite how it… Continue reading Reflections: September Prompt Responses
Essex Ghosts: Haunting my Hometown
Editor Trina discusses her MA project which was inspired by local ghost stories.
8 Books to read for Haunting Season
by Charlie Fabre & Vic Bromley Even though the UK weather might not know it yet, it’s autumn and we’re fully prepared to curl up with a nice spooky book by the fire, wrapped up in blankets, hot chocolate and slice of pumpkin pie in hand! Isn’t this just the best season for book lovers?
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