Monthly Archives: February 2022

Luna

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Mandolin

A simple poem about the moon. I wrote this during a class on poetry that I was teaching for Cat Rambo’s excellent writing academy. (There’s a ton of classes available there–if it’s the kind of thing you do, you should … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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White Rose, Red Rose Long Listed on the BSFA

Posted on February 7, 2022 by Mandolin

Neat! “White Rose, Red Rose” is long listed for the British Science Fiction Awards (BSFA).
Sometimes people miss stories that come out in December so it’s especially nice to see it getting recognition.

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Cat Drawing! Zephyr Sits

Posted on February 4, 2022 by Mandolin

Cat drawing! He’s foreshortened here which makes him look a bit like a giant-headed mini-cat, but that is such a very Zephyr expression.

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Haiku for February 3rd

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Mandolin

Friends go visiting.
At our hearth, no time has passed.
Listen, we’re laughing.
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Check Out the 2021 Locus Recommended Reading List

Posted on February 2, 2022 by Mandolin

Lots of short story goodness on the Locus Recommended Reading List! I’m excited to see my short piece, “Thirteen of the Secrets in My Purse,” in there. I’m really excited to see how much it’s resonated with people! Sometimes, it’s … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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