You are the way you play
Three recent pieces that showed up in my newsfeed all touch on the idea of cynicism vs. hope.
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Writing a present
Sometimes others see things in your writing that are not always obvious as you put pen to paper.
When the narrative tries to swamp the history
A nation denied knowledge of its past “cannot make sense of its present or imagine its future.”
A case of cons, doubles, and intrigue
After reading a random work in a mystery series, I often return to the beginning: this time with Inspector Maigret.
Work on things you can do something about
When we train our focus we can work on things where we have influence.
A stunning work of great pain and grace
Anne Berest’s “The Postcard” is painful at a profound level, and yet somehow resilient and inspiring.
From the bookshelf: July 2025
It is my intention to read five books each month. See what made the cut in July.
The dark secrets of Charm City
The first in a now successful series featuring Tess Monaghan, accidental Private Investigator.
Love will return
Madeleine L’Engle is a writer I turn to again and again, often during hard times.
Grievance, fringe theories, and bad vibes
Those who have stolen the Court are daring anyone to challenge them. It’s time to call their bluff.
MORE TO COME... 