Why do I write?
I’ve not thought much about this before besides the obvious — I’ve always liked words, I’ve always liked to read, …
Author Archives: rachaelhanel
A more complete story
This article struck me today, mainly because I feel these are things that could have been said by Camilla’s family …
Looking for more SLA information?
It’s not too difficult to find information that gives an overview of the Symbionese Liberation Army. My book does not …
Kim Wexler sheds light on Camilla
Something Kim Wexler said in a recent episode of Better Call Saul struck me as it relates to Camilla. I’ve …
Here are some errors I caught…
Galley proofs are done! The last step before a manuscript goes to press is to proof the galley pages. These …
Finding happiness and purpose in life’s second half
Oddly enough, after writing my last post (https://rachaelhanel.me/2022/06/08/i-need-some-ideas/) , I read this great article by Arthur C. Brooks on happiness …
I need some ideas
I’m in a position I haven’t been in for a loooooong time. I don’t know what to write next. I …
Shout out to all my teachers
I came across this old post on Facebook and thought I would share it here. Teachers have been so influential …
My two favorite topics: obituaries and radicals
Should people be frozen in time, remembered for their worst moments? Think of your worst moment: is that how you’d …
6 takeaways from the 2022 AWP conference
After a year pause, I attended the AWP conference in Philadelphia at the end of March. This is the big …
If You Have Five Seconds to Spare 