Like many writers, I have periods where poetry and essay spill from my fingertips as if I am just a conduit for words poured into me by the universe. A vessel. I also have times when I stare at the stark white screen while the cursor blinks reproachfully at me, taunting me when I am … Continue reading Writing During the Apocalypse
Originally published by the Sudden Denouement Literary Collective sometimes, adopting the names ‘writer’ and ‘poet’ led her to encounters with the most amazing minds connecting her with a larger community at other times she thought that ‘writer’ and ‘poet’ were the loneliest names she had ever called herself waking up every morning to unzip her … Continue reading On Becoming a Poet
I live in a state of brilliant madness teetering on the apex of a craggy mountain balanced atop a skateboard precarious least shift of weight momentary loss of focus could result in long careen into a ravine of sharp rocks fallen branches brackish water it is exhausting and exhilarating my thoughts tumbling exploding atoms in … Continue reading Brilliant Madness
Welcome to Sisters of Indigo Light, dedicated to the healing and empowerment of sexual harassment and sexual abuse survivors through creative expression and community. Sisters of Indigo Light grew organically from the movement to publish 'We Will Not Be Silenced.' We believe there needs to be a permanent home for creativity born from our survival … Continue reading Introducing Sisters of Indigo Light
When I first contemplated choosing pieces and organizing them for Composition of a Woman, I naively thought it would be fairly quick and straightforward process. I had recently served as the editor for an art show chapbook that included pieces from 12 very diverse girls and women and as the primary editor for Anthology Volume … Continue reading Anatomy of a Book: Choosing and Organizing Your Writing
Brave & Reckless 