My nine-year-old was in a production of Beauty and the Beast this summer. I’ve never been more proud of my once-stage-shy-girl standing in front of strangers, singing with all her …
Creative or Eccentric by Angie Arndt
I have a writing friend who always reminds me that I’m not normal. I’m not insulted by it because it’s the truth. If you’ve been to any writing conferences, …
First Love by Ron Estrada
I first discovered the joy of well-written stories from men like Gene Hill, Pat McManus, and Gordon MacQuarrie. These men, among the great outdoor writers of the 20th century, drew …
The Blessings of Negative Criticism by Connilyn Cossette
There are two words every writer dreads. Negative criticism. Throwing our art, and our heart, out into the world is daunting. I remember the first time I emailed a portion …
When You Don’t Get Roses by Angela Arndt
As I sat there in the choir loft, sobbing during the service, most people thought I was still mourning a close friend who’d died that week. That was part of …