What: In second grade, I proudly wrote my very first poem; it celebrated New York City where I lived: “I love the city/ It is so pretty.” My desire back then was to grow up to become a writer of all genres: poet, playwright, short story writer, and novelist. As a young teen, I wrote plays and fiction about happy families – the opposite of my own -- as well as short “novels” about imaginary … [Read more...]
Three Sheets to the Wind: A Pirate Jamboree
Avast, ye hearties! Hurricane Florence forced us to reschedule our September visit to Ocracoke Island, NC to October, but lucky us, that's when the annual Pirate Jamboree was held. We got to partake in two days of swashbuckling good fun! Ocracoke Island is a narrow strip of sand largely controlled by the National Park Service. The only way on or off the island is by boat, ferry or small … [Read more...]
What, Why, How: Jack Ridl
What: I have been trying to write poems that evoke poetry for 51 years. I have also written essays, lots of blurbs, and every Thursday since the 2016 election a commentary with an appropriate poem. [In Time: Poems against the present administration] For 38 years I was a college teacher, all at the same college. Since retiring I have continued teaching One on One sessions and a monthly workshop in … [Read more...]
Finish the damn book ~ Jacquelyn Mitchard
Did you know 97% of books started are never finished? I am fortunate to have finished and published one book, but I'm beginning to worry that the next may never be done. Fortunately I met up again with one of my literary heroes at Springfed Arts Lost Lake Writer's Retreat in October, who gave me the encouragement and inspiration I needed. Years ago, Jacquelyn Mitchard critiqued the opening of my … [Read more...]
Feral cat inspires memoirist to write children’s book
Even a feral cat who has never lived indoors can find love, a family, and a home. The Story of Little White Faye Rapoport DesPres and I share a publisher, Buddhapuss Ink. I know from reading Faye's memoir, Message From a Blue Jay, that she loves cats. I also know that she's passionate about conservation and animal protection. When I learned she was getting ready to launch a children's book … [Read more...]
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