Pens and Poison
by Liza LibesPens and Poison
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Pens and Poison is the literary project of author Liza Libes. Enter a world of literary analyses, cultural critiques, and other hot takes.
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About Liza Libes
Founder of Pens and Poison, a unique multi-platform project that promotes the love of literature and the humanistic tradition.
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