I Asked For It

This is more of a vent than anything. So, read with that in mind. I’ve been working on my chapbook for several months now. I have a really ugly draft. I asked some folks in the WV Writers’ Facebook Group if anyone wanted to review and critique it for me. Now, I am trying to …

The Chapbook

I’ve been working on a chapbook of poetry for about seven months now, maybe a bit more. I’m almost finished, actually. I have one more piece to create. The title is “Hug Your Grandma, Hug Your Mother.” I used to say that to my son after visiting him at Anthony Correction Center. I wish I …

Transitions

Earlier this year, I decided to move away from my long time profession in administration. I have a small creative bone that is itching to be scratched. The problem is multi-fold. I want to write. I want to create/craft. I want to photograph. I want to sing. The writing I want to do is both …

Chapbook

Well, I am on my way to having my first chapbook completed. What does that mean? A chapbook is a small book, or booklet, around 40 pages, and usually filled with poetry. It might be professionally printed, or printed by the author using desktop publishing software. I have the software, Adobe InDesign, and am laying …