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So. I seem to have gotten a reputation among my friends to be the first to declare “Put it in a book!” when someone tells a great anecdote or makes a great character observation. Example: I noticed my boyfriend always turns on lights by reaching through the top of the lampshade for the switch. I… Read More »Put It In A Book: There are story ideas everywhere
It’s SUMMER! Which means, it’s about time for me to get all my work done by 4pm and then go read in the pool for a bit. I’ve been thinking about what books I want to read over the next few months. This is the first time in … I don’t know … a couple… Read More »Summer Reading
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Did I tell you I’m working on a book of essays about Anne of Green Gables? I had this idea years ago, and it’s just been percolating for awhile. This is a book (and series) I used to read every single year. I would estimate I’ve read all eight books about thirty times or so. Because… Read More »Even though I’ve already read this …