Pens and Poison is the literary project of author Liza Libes. Enter a world of literary analysis, philosophical musings, and other poetic ponderings.

I write fiction, poetry, comedy, philosophy and theology, and resources for artists to grow in their craft, but I really don’t know what is helping people without feedback. I moved here to Substack because they make is so easy to connect!

Writings and Musings on Classical Christian Education and Culture

Helping Christians learn from secular sources.

An Exploration of Culture & Education

For people who do language. Writing saved my life—so I teach writing as if it can save yours.

I'm a philosopher here to help you study, think, and read more deeply. Expect philosophy, theology, & SFF essays; study and notebook habit tutorials; philosophical companion essays for our Read-Along books

Education, History, Books, Culture

Study The Great Books is devoted to the development of study guides for excellent works of history, literature, philosophy, theology, & more. Additionally we produce resources to aid in the pursuit of giving or gaining a classical Christian education.

Word hoards and hard wars with Joffre Swait.

A guide to navigating the digital age

Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.

A trustworthy guide to music, books, arts, media & culture by Ted Gioia

A new media company built on the ideals that were once the bedrock of American journalism.

Offbeat essays on books, news, and culture.