Tag: Antioch Writers’ Workshop
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Turn the page…
An important and long-running chapter of my life came to a final final end this past week. After 33 years of stellar programming, the venerable Antioch Writers’ Workshop has closed its doors. I (and a few others) were all but certain at the end of the July 2018 summer session that the event wouldn’t happen […]
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Regrets…more than a few
Sometimes life throws out a roadblock to stop the infernal busy-ness society tells us is so important – working 50+ hours a week, writing a book, or running for office – and as we stumble over reality, we’re reminded what really matters: people. And the friends who leave us far too soon. Eight years ago […]
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OAT: How not to be categorized
It would be far too easy to let writerly competitiveness and an ugly green-eyed monster interfere with celebrating author Rebecca Morean’s successful year. Fortunately, Becky is such a gracious, caring, and giving person that those of us honored to know her and to work with her through the Antioch Writers’ Workshop are first in line […]
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A glimmer of hope
With the endless presidential campaigning in the US and the politicization of any and every news item, media negativity has reached a tipping point – at least in my life. I can’t take it anymore. More than once I’ve considered a lengthy social media vacation, but the tentacles of a writing life require a regular […]
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OAT: More than an author – my boss, my mentor, my friend
I’m always eager to share the work of fellow writers (hence Other Author Thursday!), but this week’s entry is extra-special. Sharon Short is the author of not one but two detective series (Patricia Delaney and Josie Toadfern) – enough reason for me to swoon right there! – and most recently the wonderful MY ONE SQUARE […]
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Get carried away with your writing…
All the way to Maria Stein, Ohio! The Antioch Writers’ Workshop 2015 Fall Retreat is set for October 30-November 1, and applications are being accepted now through September 12. Participants will stay in a private dorm-style room with a private bathroom, and all meals are included. The intensive weekend will be led by two fabulous women: […]
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