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What’s the International Symbol for Confusing?
In the days of yore (approximately 2009), Vibram Fivefingers sported a model made out of Smartwool—that warm, user-friendly material known mostly for being made into cozy winter socks. Recently, I purchased a pair of these discontinued Fivefingers to act as an … Continue reading
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A New Chapter
Just over a year ago, I moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, for the MPub program. Much hair-pulling and stress happened over the few days leading up to the move, but all my immigration documents were assembled, the moving truck was … Continue reading
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Fonzie and Other Montana Celebrities
Yesterday I listened to my beloved Wait! Wait! Don’t Tell Me! podcast, and the weekly guest for their game “Not My Job” was none other than Henry Winkler. You know—the Fonz. Cool, shark-jumping Fonzie. (As well as Yale School of Drama … Continue reading
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“Beyond the Gate” Now at Multnomah County Library!
Quite by accident, this morning I discovered that I am listed on WorldCat, a worldwide database of library holdings that are often used to secure interlibrary loans. Now, in order to be listed on WorldCat, you need to be held … Continue reading
Bicycling Buffalo Soldiers
Bicycle experiments in 1896 with the 25th Infantry of the US Army. Continue reading
Brilliant Bookish Families
Whenever I figure out that two people I adore are related, I feel pangs of jealousy for members of their family. Have you noticed all the talented families out there creating great art? • Decemberists’ wunderkind (and Montana native!) Colin … Continue reading
Jag: Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer’s Secret Weapon
A spunky little border collie named Jag threatens to steal me away from Oregon. Continue reading
Midwestern Bible: Preachin’ the Chicago Manual of Style
Do you think I can win copy editing arguments if I cite provenance from 1934? Continue reading
My Experience in MPub: A Haphazard FAQ for Prospies
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been contacted by a few prospective students of the Simon Fraser University MPub program, asking me questions about the program and my experience in it. Last night I was typing another novel-length email and … Continue reading
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Everything is a Choice
A Poison Tree William Blake I was angry with my friend: I told my wrath, my wrath did end. I was angry with my foe: I told it not, my wrath did grow. And I watered it in fears Night … Continue reading
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