Life
My BFF Jennifer Simpson
Jennifer passed away suddenly on December 12. Words are failing me now so I will let Jennifer speak for her amazing self. Her words are always valuable.
The Novel
eBook Version of Falling from the Moon discounted Dec 4 – 31
The eBook version of Falling from the Moon will be on sale starting December 4th. 25% off through the end of the year.
Mythologist The Novel
Interview with Mythologica
Earlier this year I was interviewed by the amazing women of the Fates and Graces Mythologium for their newly launched Mythologica newsletter, that you can subscribe to for free. The Mythologium is a … conference and retreat for mythologists and mythophiles. Scholars of mythology present their work and spark inspiration Read more…
Life
Photography and the Pandemic
As a teenager, I had an old professional camera with accordion extension when you opened it similar to the ones in this photo. It was a hand-me-down camera from my uncle, Svante Löfgren, the Swedish journalist. It was old because he was born in 1918 and spent 80 years as Read more…
On writing and books The Novel
Interview with the author
Dave Schwab of the Beach and Bay Press wrote a great article following our interview entitled “Pacific Beach environmental activist writes inspired novel.”
Activism On writing and books The Novel
The True Price of Activism: Judi Bari, Redwood Summer and Falling From The Moon
Talk Story Publishing is proud to announce the October 15th release of the eBook version of Falling From The Moon by San Diego author, Karin Zirk. The print version of her debut novel version hit the streets just before the pandemic shut everything down. Scheduled bookstore events and book festivals Read more…
On writing and books
Stories of transformation during a time of transformation
This great collection of local San Diego writers features my sister, Tina Childers and her story of despair. Join the FREE virtual online reading!
On writing and books The Novel
Publishing During a Pandemic
Asking for the community’s help Publishing a book during a pandemic is hard. While many people I know and love bought the book and even their friends bought the book, I’m trying to reach out to people who may not know me, who may not have heard of a Rainbow Read more…
Activism
Parks and COVID-19
As we are all growing weary of the the pandemic and all the many adjustments to our daily lives, parks have become our refuge. Here in San Diego where I live, parks were closed for some time and then finally reopened. I am fortunate to live in a part of Read more…
On writing and books
Proof of the Miraculous
My friend Stephen Wing, published a book called Proof of the Miraculous: Campfire Poetry from the Rainbow Gatherings. The title is so fitting because the Rainbow Gathering is miracle of sorts, his poetry is miraculous, and the book is not for sale. He printed and has given away a collection Read more…