Before the leaves change color and fall, I wanted to share these photos of trees. As for writing, there are two open calls for submission that might interest you. And, like the foliage, these open calls end very soon. First, Electric Literature; details here. And, Tin House; details here. Also, if you are looking for more submission info, consider visiting Aerogramme Writers' Studio. It's a great source of information. Peace, love, and solace … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2017
Ides of September and a penultimate line
Hello. September is well upon us (halfway over tomorrow). How have you been? My thoughts are with all those who have been affected by the recent hurricanes and those who have been living in smoke-filled and dangerous places due to all the wild fires. When the news gets to be too much, I never know what to write in this space. Before these catastrophes, I was trying to think about the general topic of cynicism, but I am still thinking. We’ll see whether I can draft … [Read more...]
Happy Labor Day
Hello there! It'll be just a short post today as I don't think anyone is thinking too much about writing. It's the beginning of a long weekend, the last one of summer. Already in Chicago the nights are chilly, and yesterday I saw geese fly overhead. I wonder whether this means our upcoming winter will be a fierce one. Congrats to Solace in So Many Words contributor Elizabeth Kerlikowske; the Michigan poet was just awarded the Community Medal of Arts by the Arts Council of … [Read more...]