in 2021 i wrote a total of 311,191 words. two novels, the dwelling of all souls (74,201 and available january 4th) and no takebacks (54,421 in second draft that will be rewritten). i wrote seven short stories this year (16,329 total). none of them were accepted by publications, but most of them are available to... Continue Reading →
Happy Uterine Bastille Day to Scarleteen Founder Heather Corinna!
I have a soft spot and wicked appreciation for Scarleteen and the amazing work they do for so many teens and young adults. Judgment-free, no-nonsense, science and reality-based sexual education with a full range of resources for people of all genders and sexualities. Founder Heather Corrinna is turning fifty today, and to celebrate, they are... Continue Reading →
Virtual Edutainment
Social Distancing has meant a lot of school closures, which means a lot of parents and caregivers are finding themselves with an increased presence of children. Ew! Are we supposed to keep them in our house?
Listen: “Beta Child” by Imogen Cassidy at StarShipSofa
My beautiful, lovely, and ever-supportive saltmate, and co-conspirator on Bi Bi Bi, Imogen Cassidy, has written a story that I love called Beta Child.
Upcoming Opportunities and Deadlines — 15 February 2019
Some contests and calls for submissions gathered from various newsletters I receive. I am in no way affiliated with any of these publications or their contests. I am simply a meatsack, passing on information you may find useful.