Universal Language

The other day I was scrolling through my Instagram feed when I came across a TikTok video of people dancing. Not a very unusual sight: there are millions of TikTok videos out there that feature people dancing. But after watching the video for some time, after getting involved, smiling down at the lives of these…

Newsflash: Notable Women in Arts and History

The beauty of America is that it is a diverse country with a rich mixture of cultures, traditions, legends, myths, and artistic expressions. Here in Nocturnal Mind, we love art, beauty, and the many forms they take, and we admire those who weave their voices and their stories into the elaborate fabric of society. No…

A Message from the Night Crew

Hello.   This post is not the one we intended to write today. We almost didn’t post it altogether because myself and the rest of the Night Crew wanted to make sure we did it justice… and we’re not convinced that we have. We’re not convinced that we ever could. Because we know that as…

A Curse So Dark and Lonely

Whether you’re a fan of “Beauty and the Beast” retellings, medieval fantasies in general, or just snarky and loveable heroines who know how to simultaneously cause trouble and get people out of trouble, “A Curse So Dark and Lonely” is a modern retelling for a modern audience. While much of the story still showcases everything that was enjoyable about the original tale, it also manages to subvert expectations and keep readers turning the pages for more.

— C.M.