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Inky Expressions
by Annabelle
Inky Expressions is hosted by Annabelle. She is a 6th grader from United States. She loves to read and would likes to share her book reviews with the world.
Episodes
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Looking Back at 1984: Big Brother, Orwell & Coral Paperweight
Is a book written in 1949 just about old history, or does it actually explain what is going on right now in 2026? This episode breaks down the scary world of Oceania, where Big Brother is always watching through telescreens and the Thought Police can arrest you for just having the wrong look on...
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The Game is rigged, But No Matter: Pachinko
In this evocative episode of The Inky Expressions, the podcast turns its lens toward Min Jin Lee’s sweeping masterpiece, Pachinko. This multi-dimensional exploration bridges the literary and cinematic worlds, juxtaposing the slow, chronological weight of the original 500-page novel with the…
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Incident at Sokolniki
What would you do if your deceased husband suddenly showed up on your doorstep? In this episode, we dive into Ludmilla Petrushevskaya’s bone-chilling wartime tale about a woman caught in that exact nightmare. Months after his funeral, her husband returns with a bizarre request: he needs her help...
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Beyond Intelligence —Empathy,Isolation, and Flowers for Algernon
In this episode of Inky Expressions, Annabelle is joined by her mom, Eve, to discuss Daniel Keyes’ classic novel, Flowers for Algernon. Together, they explore Charlie Gordon’s rapid journey from a motivated bakery worker to an isolated genius, tracking how the book's unique journal-style…
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The Shape of Love: A Deep Dive into Story of Your Life
In this special "role reversal" episode of Inky Expressions, recurring guest Eve takes over the hosting mic to interview her daughter, Annabelle,about Ted Chiang’s mind-bending novella, Story of Your Life. The pair explores the profound philosophical implications of the story’s non-linear…
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38 Years of Joy and Luck: Bridging the Generation Gap
In this episode of Inky Expressions, host Annabelle and her mother, Eve, share a personal conversation about Amy Tan’s The Joy Luck Club. They explore how hidden family histories and cultural silences shape the complex relationships between Chinese mothers and their American daughters. By...
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Learning to be Human (When AI Gets Smarter)
This special episode is a winning entry for NYT 8th Annual Student Podcast Contest.
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My Papa's Waltz
In this episode of Inky Expressions, Annabelle explores the emotional complexity behind Theodore Roethke’s famous poem My Papa’s Waltz. At first glance, it might seem like a simple memory of a father dancing with his son—but look closer, and the imagery reveals a mix of love, fear, chaos, and...
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Fall in Love with Yourself (Special Edition)
🎙️ Special Edition Alert! This episode of Inky Expressions is a special crossover to introduce Two Braincells—a brand-new podcast cohosted by Annabelle and her best friend Mia. Now streaming on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, Two Braincells dives into the real mental health challenges teens face...
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Book Review: The Recognition of Sakuntala by Kalidasa
"The Recognition of Shakuntala" by Kalidasa is a classic Sanskrit play that explores themes of love, fate, and divine intervention. The story centers on Shakuntala, a beautiful and innocent maiden who captures the heart of King Dushyanta. Their love blossoms, but a sage's curse causes Dushyanta…
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Book Review: Animal Farm by George Orwell
Animal Farm by George Orwell is a satirical allegory that critiques totalitarian regimes and the corruption of revolutionary ideals. The story follows the animals of Manor Farm who, led by the pigs Snowball and Napoleon, overthrow their human farmer, Mr. Jones, to establish a society based on...
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Book Review: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown
"The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown is an inspiring true story about the University of Washington's eight-oar crew team and their quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Amidst the Great Depression, these nine working-class boys faced immense physical and emotional challenges…
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Book Review: When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller
"When You Trap a Tiger" by Tae Keller explores Korean folklore through Lily, a young Korean-American girl. After moving in with her ill grandmother, Halmoni, Lily encounters a mystical tiger from Halmoni’s tales, offering a deal: a story for Halmoni's health. As Lily navigates family secrets and...
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Book Review: Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty, Featuring Mia Tang
Nine Perfect Strangers" by Liane Moriarty is a suspenseful and thought-provoking novel that explores the lives of nine individuals who come together at a boutique health-and-wellness resort called Tranquillum House, seeking transformation and healing. Over the course of ten days, the strangers,...
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Book Review: The Giver by Lois Lowry
"The Giver" by Lois Lowry is a dystopian novel set in a seemingly utopian society where pain, suffering, and choice are eliminated. The protagonist, Jonas, is selected to become the Receiver of Memory, the person who stores all the past memories of the time before Sameness. As Jonas receives…
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Book Review: Little Woman by Louisa May Alcott
Louisa May Alcott's Little Women is a coming-of-age story for four women: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy. As the novel unfolds against the backdrop of the Civil War in New England, it follows each of the young ladies' growth as they recognize and overcome their mistakes. At the end, they find out that...
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Book Review: Jemima Small Versus the Universe by Tamsin Winter
Jemima Small, who is intelligent and brave but constantly made fun of for being fat.This is her story of discovering ones worth isn’t defined by their weight and learning how to be happy with who you are. The story is tender and funny. Jemima is a unforgettable character that everyone will fall…
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A.I. Unleashed: How High School Students Use ChatGPT
In this special episode (NYT 6th Annual Student Podcast Contest runner-up), I interviewed my high school friends about their experiences with ChatGPT.
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Book Review: Ghosts Of Gold Mountain by Gordon H. Chang
This book provides the first comprehensive account of the heroic efforts of Chinese laborers in the construction of the Central Pacific Railroad. The author based his study on resources available in English and Chinese in both the United States and China. The book is well written and thoroughly...
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Book Review: All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
All Creatures Great and Small is James Herriot's wartime veterinarian memoir, which has also been made into a television series. Herriot explores the never-ending challenges of veterinary practice through his interactions with his animal patients. The stories are both humorous and touching....
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Book Review: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry
The book "A Raisin in the Sun" takes place in a Chicago neighborhood of African Americans in the 1950s. Three generations of the Younger family live in a small, dilapidated apartment that serves as the setting for the entire book. The family members argue with one another throughout the book…
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Book Review: The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
The Yearling is the best book for capturing the bond between a youngster and a pet. A little boy named Jody takes in an abandoned deer he names Flag and raises it as a member of his family and best friend. However, due to the terrible conditions of life in the Florida backwoods, where his family...
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Book Review: Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Have you heard of the book Lord of Flies? It's not about flies for sure. The book was written by Sir William Gerald Golding. He was noted for his dark novel, and he also won the Nobel Prize of 1983 for literature. Common Sense Media suggests this book is for kids over 12 years old. I need to let...
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Book Review: Being Miss Nobody by Tamsin Winter
One of my favorite books this year is Being Miss Nobody, by Tamsin Winter. This emotional book is about an 11 year old girl called Rosalind, who suffers from a condition called Selective Mutism. Selective Mutism is a social anxiety disorder, where people who suffer from this can’t speak in some...
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Book Review: How Do You Live book by Genzaburo Yoshino
How Do You Live? is a novel translated from Japanese author Genzaburo Yoshino. The book was published in 1937, and it’s called 君たちはどう生きるか (Kimi-tachi wa Dō Ikiru ka) in Japanese . It follows a young 15-year old boy called Junichi Honda, whose nickname is Copper, and his uncle as the boy…
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Inky Expressions is hosted by Annabelle. She is a 6th grader from United States. She loves to read and would likes to share her book reviews with the world.
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