by Andi | Dec 5, 2018 | Book Recommendations, Uncategorized, Written and Wrought
I spent over three years writing, rewriting, and editing my first novel, The Suicide Tree. I’ve learned many things the hard way—like the importance of outlining, for example. Today, I want to share five lessons I learned in writing, specifically, a science-fiction... 
by Andi | Nov 14, 2018 | Book Recommendations, Uncategorized, Written and Wrought
Last week, I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts, What Should I Read Next? with the charming Anne Bogel. Her guest was Whitney Conard, who has started an Instagram adventure called #theunreadshelfproject2018, where she and other bookstagrammers consider the... 
by Andi | Sep 12, 2018 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
I was just sitting here as Milo drifted off for his nap, and I got this joyous lift as I looked into his eyes. This will be his first fall, and he’s going to love it . . . because he loves everything. It’s awesome. But I love this season, too. It’s... by Andi | Jul 11, 2018 | Book Recommendations, Music, Written and Wrought
Tonight, my friend Elissa and I are going to see the Indigo Girls in concert. I have this vivid memory of Elissa and I taking a roadtrip to Bowling Green College for a poetry conference when we were in college. Elissa is a superb singer, someone who holds close... by Andi | Jul 4, 2018 | Book Recommendations, God's Whisper, Written and Wrought
On Monday, I returned to work, to writing and editing work that is, after giving birth to our son Milo on June 9th. The work of caring for him, of tending him, of simply basking in his long-awaited presence is tiring but the most beautiful work I’ve ever done....