The Literary Doc

Rating: ★★★★½☆ Every now and then, a completely unassuming book slips into your hands and surprises you with how much soul it carries. The Universe, Earl Grey, and a Duck is exactly that kind of discovery. At first glance, it appears almost whimsical—a curious title, a peculiar premise, and a sense of light absurdity that suggests a charming diversion rather than a meaningful reading experience. Yet beneath that playful exterior lies a thoughtful and quietly philosophical nov

A new year has begun just a few days back (wow!). Though I'm sure it doesn't feel any different, yet, the world is still dealing with the dilemma of COVID-19. The vaccine is out now, and it is being distributed around, with the elderly, the first line medical personnel, and the immunocompromise patients being the current priority. With that being said, all we can do is just keep still with a watching eye and good book on our side :) During 2020 I had the advantage of all the

Rating ★★★★★ A sweet, quietly emotional short story about the friendship between a Bug and a Goose, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. I stumbled upon this small book during a bookstore sale. I flipped through the first few pages… and immediately fell in love. I ended up reading it right there on the spot, and returning to it many times afterwards. The Wandering Goose tells the story of Bug and Goose, who meet in a garden and quickly form a bond. They spend their d