Category: Writing Life

Under Contract: Waterborne

The famed prophet and shipbuilder lays in his tent on his deathbed. Family gathers, as family will. Each takes a turn at his side'a few…

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Creative Work: A Lament and Encouragement

I'd like to tell you that my writing life is precise and planned, that it goes off like clockwork, each day resulting in sure-fire productivity.…

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Writing When the Story is Failing

While writing earlier this week, the process felt like running in sand uphill. There was little evidence of progress. The desire to quit was great.…

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Because He Deserves a Post

I was jealous of Rudy’s freedom to sleep as much as he wished. Even given his repetitive diet and lack of a love life, I…

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What Students Teach

I am deeply thankful for the hospitality that was shown to me last week by the Department of Humanities and the highly engaging faculty at…

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