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 Read more…
Dave Schwab of the Beach and Bay Press wrote a great article following our interview entitled “Pacific Beach environmental activist writes inspired novel.”
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 Read more…
This great collection of local San Diego writers features my sister, Tina Childers and her story of despair. Join the FREE virtual online reading!
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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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 Read more…
Plume A Writers Companion supports all writers but focuses on highlighting the work of womyn writers. Plume is: 1. a community encouraging and celebrating women and non-binary writers 2. a monthly dose of creative inspiration 3. a bi-weekly podcast The podcasts are great and I Read more…
A few years back, when the democratic party sent a snail mail survey asking me who I thought should run for Senate from the State of California to replace the seat being vacated by Senator Barbara Boxer, Kamala’s name was not even listed. Under “other,” Read more…
July 31 through August 2 is the Second Annual Mythologium, a two-and-a-half day conference and retreat for mythologists and mythophiles. Scholars of mythology present their work and spark inspiration through panels, presentations, and social gatherings. Think Plato’s symposium meets mythological studies. A gymnasium for the Read more…