Linda Holmes is a versatile writer and pop culture aficionado, best known for her work as a novelist and a host on NPR's "Pop Culture Happy Hour." She gained acclaim for her debut novel, "Evvie Drake Starts Over," which showcases her talent for crafting relatable characters and heartwarming narratives. Holmes's insightful commentary and engaging storytelling have earned her a dedicated following in both literary and media circles.
It's not really the same as being brave, being desperate.
The thing is, the worst things you're likely to think about yourself are probably less true than you think they are.
Sometimes we're really bad at doing what's best for us.
It's not easy to hold onto hope, and it's even harder to know when you should let it go.
What good is being right if it doesn't make you happy?
It's funny how a person can be in love with someone when they don't even realize it.
Sometimes the truth isn't as helpful as you'd like it to be.
The thing is, there's no real bravery without fear.
The problem with sadness is that it can find you wherever you are.
Sometimes the thing you need most is just to be seen.
The best thing about good friends is that they help you remember who you are.
It's strange how the people who hurt us the most are often the ones we love the most.