Learn to read the Tarot and get caught up in an intriguing, thoroughly non-conventional mystery at the same time. Kirsten Weiss—via her character Hyperion Night—doles out Tarot wisdom chapter by chapter in this delightfully creative and thoroughly captivating novel! It starts off like most any Learn to Read Tarot book; each card, whether Major Arcana…
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The Pryce of Conceit
An Historical Ghost Cozy Mystery by Kari Bovee Someone’s trying to frame this ambitious theater performer for murder. Can she get back to her adoring public and escape the noose? 1885. Arabella Pryce is struggling with heartbreak. And with her recently deceased husband’s will demanding she leave her celebrity behind and refurbish her namesake hotel in…
Julie E. Bloemeke ~ 3 Questions & a Poem
3 Questions and a Poem–in which one of my favorite poets is interviewed and shares a poem. QUESTION 1 What do you consider the three most important elements of a poem? Vibrational buoyancy. A poem must have a sense of urgency, an irrefutable tension. As both a poet and an editor, I am endlessly curious…
b.read.crumbs: Julie Wray Herman is Jumping Off Cliffs
This month’s b.read.crumbs post by Julie Herman, which you may find in the original on her website. Deb told me yesterday that she has something to tell me, but I have to wait until I see her in person. With Deb this could be anything from, “Glad to see you,” to, “I have a whole new…
Librarians of Jesus Creek and elsewhere
During the early stages of research for the second Jesus Creek mystery, All The Crazy Winters, I asked my local librarians what there might be in a library that could serve as a murder weapon. And all of them started shouting out ideas: “A heavy book!” “This chair!” “The spindle!” And so forth. Mind you,…
Slow Design
Dear EarthTalk: I recently heard the term “slow design.” Can you enlighten? – J.M., New York, NY Slow design is a design philosophy that emphasizes quality, longevity and sustainability. It seeks to counteract the fast-paced, disposable nature of contemporary culture by prioritizing thoughtful, intentional design over mass-produced, trend-driven products. It is about creating objects that…
Diana Rosen ~ 3 Questions & a Poem
3 Questions and a Poem–in which one of my favorite poets is interviewed and shares a poem. QUESTION 1 What do you consider the three most important elements of a poem? Imagery Music Word choices that enchant. The poem’s ending should be either unexpected or a delightful detour. Or, as Stanley Kunitz said, “End with…
b.read.crumbs : Workshopping
Earlier this month Julie Herman posted great advice for getting the most out of writing workshops. You can click here to read that post. I’ve attended several workshops over the past few months, and almost all of them were wonderful experiences. Here are a few that I’ve checked out for myself and highly recommend for…
Crystal Wilkinson ~ Three Questions & a Cover
A short interview wherein my guest, one of my favorite authors, answers three questions about the writing life. Question 1 What’s your Go-To source when you need inspiration? I always look to family stories and the natural world when I need inspiration in regard to writing. Other inspiration comes in the form of poetry. I…
b.read.crumbs: Julie Wray Herman
This month’s b.read.crumbs post by Julie Herman, which you may find in the original on her website. Writing Workshops Writer’s workshops can be gold mines for inspiration about your work in progress — or they can stop you in your tracks. I’ve been in both kinds, and the former is one reason I keep going back…