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They like me, they really like me!
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Launched into writing hyperspace
Joan, Vanessa and “Atmosphere” beamed me up
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Your social media chops
Canva is a great (and fun) shortcut to promotional prowess
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The week that was
The novel weathers a perfect storm of mostly positive developments
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Creativity begets more creativity
Deploying your skills to make your novel more accessible
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'The secret beauty of their hearts'
Feeling connected to the people and suffering of Kerrville, politics aside
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Librarians make some noise
They are on the front lines of our community culture wars
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On track for October
"The Salt and Light Express" is chugging along to publication
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Covers, copyrights and BISAC codes
With professional publishing midwifery, this baby is being birthed in October!
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MFA and Beyond
MFA and Beyond
One writer’s experience with a low-residency MFA program and whatever comes after. I am a member of the Drexel University Class of 2024 cohort.
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