Preparing for the At-Home Writing Retreat
This will be my first staycation without a bouquet of flowers on my desk. But it will also be my … Continue reading Preparing for the At-Home Writing Retreat
Tag: short story
Strout’s Disturbing Portrayal of a Child Sex Predator
CONTENT WARNING Literature has a long history of sexualizing children, especially girls. Often, it centers the adult gaze, exploring pedophilia … Continue reading Strout’s Disturbing Portrayal of a Child Sex Predator
Literary Journals Need a #MeToo Moment
Lately, I’ve been reading through elite literary journals, and I have to say I’m disappointed. Thanks to #MeToo, Hollywood had … Continue reading Literary Journals Need a #MeToo Moment
Responsible Fiction: Toe to Toe with Difference
Writers have to get outside their own skin. But sometimes I get overeager to inhabit differences. And I write about characters I … Continue reading Responsible Fiction: Toe to Toe with Difference
Revision as Sculpture
A lot of students have come to me lately with papers deep in revision. “I’m really sorry for the mess,” … Continue reading Revision as Sculpture
