After participating in the Pop-Up Bookfair at The Empty Bottle last Sunday, I think all bookfairs should be at a bar. It was great fun--the patrons and sellers got mellower as the music amped up. To my right were Gina Frangello and Leah Tallon representing Other Voices Books. In addition to publishing books like Currency by Zoe Zolbrod and How to Hold a Woman by Chicago’s own Billy Lombardo, Other Voices will be holding its first summer writing workshop, Other Voices … [Read more...]
Archives for 2012
Artistry of Rust
As I mentioned in an earlier post, I have been busy (and distracted) with a remodel project. One day I got out the camera and took these pictures. I think there is some art in the rust. Maybe you will too. … [Read more...]
Solace in the alley
This beauty of a decoration is from my bowling partners. We bowled Saturday night and also had our league Christmas party, and for years now we have exchanged gifts. This year we received this gorgeous present and it fits the theme since our team name is da Bears. I don't think I'll always leave it on the mantel as I am afraid it might scare young children, but I love it, I do. Sunday I woke up to an email from editor Greg Weiss saying my poem about bowling "Mash Note to a … [Read more...]
Solace in Bits & Pieces
Don't ask the barber whether you need a haircut. Daniel S. Greenberg Each year at Thanksgiving time, I receive as a gift from my estate planner a publication called Bits & Pieces, which is put out twelve times a year. For more information on this little pamphlet of inspirational quotes and stories, check out the website here. … [Read more...]
Solace is poppin’ December 9
So happy to report that Solace in So Many Words will be part of the Pop-Up Bookfair that will be taking place Sunday, December 9, from 2 to 7 pm at The Empty Bottle. Here's the lowdown. (Thanks to Victor David Giron!) BUY some freshly toasted BOOKS at the POP-UP BOOK FAIR on DECEMBER 9TH! In conjunction with Chicago Writers House and The Chicagoan, Curbside Splendor Publishing presents: A POP-UP BOOK FAIR! Chicago's finest independent … [Read more...]
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