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It’s the first full day of fall and I’m in hibernation mode. I finished a…
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After Earth: making space for blackness
On Friday I learned that the editor who agreed to acquire The Deep has since…
end of the road
Somebody keeps moving the goal line post. And that somebody, of course, is me. I’ve…
a room of one’s own
For me, being alone is a luxury. Being in London for Xmas was wonderful, but…
To … with love
We’re five weeks into the semester and I’ve already caught my first cold. Stress weakens…
book love
On Thursday I ordered my new bookcase from Gothic Cabinet and then went to the…
young, black–and HUMAN
Up before dawn on the first day of spring break, hoping this headache doesn’t bloom…
follow the leader
I watched I Will Follow this weekend—it’s a gentle, quiet film by Ava DuVernay. It…
Great Women Were Once Great Girls
Tomorrow! Join us at Outpost Lounge for a reading and author Q&A with me, Jacqueline…
Word, Rock, & Sword
I’m so excited and honored to be included in this festival! Along with award-winning authors…