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    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

    From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

    What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

    In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

    Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    What Art Teaches

    What Art Teaches

    Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

    Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

    Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

    Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

    Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

    Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

    For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Tale: Running with Faery Dust

    Tale: Running with Faery Dust

    • Review: Be Your Own Fairy Tale by Alison Davies

      From the beginning, Be Your Own Fairy Tale looked promising—a book any lover of magic and dragons ought to have on their shelf. With lovely illustrations, it was impossible to ignore; however, it wasn’t…

    • What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      What’s Next for The Autumn Prince?

      In September I was outside enjoying the days before autumn really kicked up frost. I had my Moleskine with me; as I watched leaves let go of their branches, the words autumnal gold surfaced…

    • Authors Ridge: A Resting Place for Storytellers

      Surfing the Internet years ago, I learned of a place in Concord, Massachusetts called Authors Ridge. It’s a corner of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery; if the mention of Sleepy Hollow doesn’t bring to your mind…

    • What Art Teaches

      What Art Teaches

      Someone dear told me once that art is about learning.This applies to writing as well—but we aren’t just learning how to improve our craft or tell a story; we’re learning how to prioritize projects. Right…

    • Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Review: After Alice by Gregory Maguire

      Written by a master storyteller, After Alice might be the richest Alice in Wonderland retelling available if you’re looking for lyrical writing and elaborate description. I wanted to quote every other sentence or store…

    • Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Review: Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

      Readers have been enchanted by the tale of Peter Pan for generations, sympathizing with the boy who didn’t want to grow up and the children who went on an adventure with him. Having read…

    • Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      Why Writers Don’t Have to Drink Coffee

      For many writers, coffee’s essential in order to practice the craft. It gives us energy, smells good, and there are many ways to drink it—you can add creamer or take it black (I love it both…

    • Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

      The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…

    Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

    Review: The Darkest Part of the Forest by Holly Black

    The Darkest Part of the Forest is a must-read for any faery tale lover, especially the tales where Fae are tricksters, inflicting chaos on unsuspecting humans. Fairfold is a little town located near a…