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Book Review: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng

February 4, 2015 Article

Everything I Never Told You is the breathtaking debut novel from author Celeste Ng; it’s a haunting portrayal of the unique challenges that mixed-race families face, the roles we assume in our family structures, and the difficulties in reconciling personal wants with familial expectations.

Mantra for 2015: Invest, Sustain, Evolve

January 5, 2015 Article

A new year is upon us, which means doing away with ineffective practices and identifying new ones that will help achieve goals and self-fulfillment.

No New Friends (Who Aren’t Allies)

December 9, 2014 Article

It’s been less than a week since a Staten Island Grand Jury revealed their decision not to indict police officer Daniel Pantaleo

2014 Dorky Holiday Gift Guide

December 1, 2014 Gallery

Danielle Dorky lists her top literature- and music-inspired gifts to give to dorky family members and loved ones this holiday season.

Black Lives Still Matter: My Reaction to the Grand Jury’s Decision in Ferguson

November 26, 2014 Article

My reactions to the Grand Jury’s decision not to indict police officer Darren Wilson for the murder of Mike Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.

Book Review: Polly: Sex Culture Revolutionary

October 7, 2014 Article

Following up on her interview with the author from earlier this year, Danielle Dorky reviews Polly Whittaker’s recently published memoir, Polly: Sex Culture Revolutionary.

Astroetic Studios: Elevating the Creative Conscious of DTLA

September 10, 2014 Article

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles’ famous Garment District, just one block west of Santee Alley, is Astroetic Studios, which occupies a portion of the seventh floor of the newly remodeled 90-year-old El Santee building.

Five Musicians Speaking Out and Demanding Justice for Mike Brown

August 27, 2014 Article

In the wake of another young black life lost at the hands of police, musicians are rallying to bring the murderer to justice and address police brutality.

Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra

Event Review: Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra

August 7, 2014 Gallery

Danielle Dorky attends one of Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra’s infamously jazzy stage shows.

The Grieving Process: Six Months Later

August 4, 2014 Article

Reflections on the stages of grief and personal progression through the grieving process since the loss of a close friend six months ago.