by Andi | Nov 20, 2014 | Andi's Book, Written and Wrought
Today is a one word in front of the other kind of day. For some, feet are best, but since I make my progress mostly in language, I’ll hold with words. The list beside me – written on a list labeled “Today” and bordered by peacock feathers ... by Andi | Nov 19, 2014 | Written and Wrought
I try to live in a noble way, think of the good meanings of ritual objects and the taste of spices and fruits. – from “Since You Asked” by Eloise Klein Healy The cold this morning – somewhere near 15 degrees Fahrenheit – made my bones... by Andi | Nov 18, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
Last night, in a steaming tub, I finished Claire Messud’s brilliant book The Woman Upstairs, and I thought – not for the first time – that this is what it means to write a book that really matters, but quietly so. I will do a full review of the... by Andi | Nov 17, 2014 | Written and Wrought
We drove past her grandparent’s house, a house built before the 20th century, still standing there with its small barn amongst the neighborhood that has swallowed up the farmlands around it. On the tiny row of houses in “town,” she pointed out the... by Andi | Nov 15, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
For several years now, I’ve subscribed to the Funds for Writers newsletter put out by C. Hope Clark. So today I am quite honored to share an interview with Hope. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter, too. 1. Tell me about your latest project. My latest...