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Category Archives: Creativity

A new book: “Focus on the good things”

December 15, 2015

I wonder if Paige Erickson would be willing to do a “Freaky Friday”-type of switch with me? Paige, whom I …

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So you’re a published author. It will be easy to get another book published. Think again.

November 20, 2015

On November 5, a powerhouse trio of Minnesota writers entertained those of us who descended upon Grand Marais for a festival …

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What’s making me happy this week (Sept. 3)

September 3, 2015

Three of my favorite things this week: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rachael Hanel (@rachael_hanel) The …

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The one writing tip that is getting me through the days

August 3, 2015

I like to write at home, as long as it’s fairly quiet. I actually do my most focused writing outside …

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Six months ago, I thought this plant was dead

June 4, 2015

Whenever a new shoot on my cordyline plant emerges, a droplet of water appears on it. Six months ago this …

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I wanted to hate this book from 1979, but I just couldn’t. Here’s why.

June 2, 2015

I found more useful advice in this book than I expected.

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Do you want to know what constitutes effective creative nonfiction? Here’s a great list

May 30, 2015

A must-read for anyone writing creative nonfiction.

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5 things I learned about writing from Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home

May 20, 2015

I consider Fun Home to be the perfect memoir.

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3 Things Making Me Happy This Week (May 15)

May 15, 2015

Minnesota, puppies, and Frida Kahlo.

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What’s making me happy this week (May 10)

May 10, 2015

One thing is making me happy this week, but it’s a big thing.

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