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Writing workshop etiquette

Do your fucking homework -your mom Writers are notoriously creative. When we get together and talk about writing, the extroverts among us wax poetic—the introverts (if given a chance, and enough pauses by the chatty extroverts) often have great ideas about improving and augmenting a text in workshop. But more loquacious workshoppers and their quieter […]

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Learning our craft through community. Finding ourselves inspired by workshops, craft lessons. Writer’s inspiration grows in diverse environments. Lighthouse LitFest 2021.

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Revision: re-envision, discover

Find the gold in the pan. Revisioning your work as a writer with care and effect.

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Song: Selfish as a Sphinx

When you find your voice you find your power. Learn how creating art creates new choices for trauma survivors to express joy and their inner creativity.

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5 ways to keep to a writing schedule

5 ways from successful writers to keep a writing schedule going. The schedule includes sane plans for marketing; submitting; and spending time in community.

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Making every Monday my B&^tch (Hound)

Today I sit at my desk with emails answered. I have incredible peace of mind. Why? I finally decided to eat a healthy breakfast! Up at five this morning, it was dark and 6 degrees Farenheit. I couldn’t see Pikes Peak out of my window. I first tackled the dishes from my marathon meal prep […]

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Game of Thrones Eyeshadow

An essay on slutty makeup and goumads with hearts of gold.