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Writing the Weird: Finding Joy, Meaning, and Magic in Storytelling with Stephanie Campisi

April 13, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What: I write weird, whimsical things for all ages and across all sorts of categories. From picture books to romcoms to TV adaptations, I've done it all! That said, most of my work has some things … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: What, Why, How: Inside Writing Tagged With: children's books, Fiction, ghost stories, inspiration, writing, YA fantasy

What We Owe Each Other as Writers

April 6, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

When personal biases get in the way of simple congratulations: My MFA association’s Facebook page is intended to be a place where, among other things, we share our joy and celebrate the rare, … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Notes on Life, The Writing Life Tagged With: misogyny, writers supporting writers, writing, writing community

I Deleted My Book Trailer Three Times — Here’s What I Learned

March 30, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What making a 50-second trailer taught me about revision: When I set out to make a book trailer for Love and Other Incurable Ailments, I didn’t expect the hardest part would be deciding when it was … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Book Marketing & Promo, Love & Other Incurable Ailments Tagged With: book trailer, books, marketing

Creating Community, One Chalkboard Message at a Time

March 26, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

chalkboard with a rainbow, clouds and sun. Text reads Love will win

A coping mechanism that began in 2021: At the height of the pandemic, uncertainty filled the air. We searched for ways to cope, to connect, and to hold onto hope. For me, that came in the form of a … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Art & Crafting, Notes on Life Tagged With: chalkboard, chalkboard lettering, motivational quotes

This Self-Checkout Queen Needs a Crown

March 23, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Adulting like a pro I just self-checked a boatload worth of groceries at Kroger, and I deserve a trophy. At the very least, I should get a discount and key to the break room. Do you know how … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Humor in Everyday Life Tagged With: ADD, anxiety, grocery shopping, humor, modern life, self-checkout

Small Talk: the Social Ritual We Pretend Not to Need

March 16, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Are we really doing small talk wrong? The ads on Instagram for coaching people in conversation so you don't sound "weak"—i.g. never ask “how’s it going” or “what’s new”—make me wonder if I'm … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Notes on Life Tagged With: conversation, small talk

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Award-wining author of two novels, five poetry chapbooks, and one picture book. More here.

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