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on writing, tea, and other miscellany

Cartoon drawing of a baby squirrel holding a tea cup. The tea cup is almost as big as the squirrel.
  • Author Rec: Sarah Beth Durst

    I’m far overdue to recommend Sarah Beth Durst. I’ve read four of her books so far. She writes a broad range on the light-to-dark, cozy-to-dire-adventure spectrum, but somehow, she’s managed to infuse everything I’ve read so far with warmth, sincerity, and hope–and beautifully crafted prose. The first I read from her is a cozy fantasy…

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  • Status Update 2025-04-04: Springing Forward

    Hello! I’ve been busy, but I’m still here. I’ll note the general life news below, then move on to writing-related news. Firstly, I moved into a new apartment last September. (Well. New to me.) The move was exhausting and stressful, but it was worth it. My new place is so much nicer and quieter than…

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  • Status Update 2024: Behind The Curtain

    Hey there, I still exist, and I’m still writing! This blog has been inactive due to other life priorities, and I have no publication-related news for similar reasons. However, I’ve continued to work on my fantasy novel projects when I can, and I will have more free time in the near future to refocus on…

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