I Water seeps from between your fingernails Gushes from between your legs Drips from the corners of your eyes When you open your mouth there is water When you open your eyes you are water Carnations bloom from your fingers Lilacs sprout from your hair Daisies adorn your ankles Lilies bursts from your breasts Crowning your hips, your thighs,…
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Book Review: “The Vintner’s Daughter” by Kristen Harnisch
Last week I blogged about attending the 2015 Writer’s Digest Conference in New York City. I met so many fantastic agents, editors, and writers there, some of whom I hope will be contacts for years to come. One of the most astounding connections I made was with author Kristen Harnisch, who lectured at a session…
Read MoreDear Society: Stop Telling Me To Have Kids
“You just haven’t met the right man yet.” “Your clock will start ticking one of these days!” “I know it seems like you don’t want kids now, but just give it time.” “You’re too pretty/smart/nice NOT to have kids.” “Trust me, you’ll want kids one day.” “You’re going to be such a great mom!” “Women who…
Read MoreFour Ways To Avoid The Trope Of The ‘Strong Female Character’
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about the role of women in literature and film from an article called “We’re Losing All Our Strong Female Characters To Trinity Syndrome”. Published last week by Tasha Robinson, the article primarily argues that screenwriters are providing cop-out “strong female characters” who appear at first glance to be…
Read MoreAn Open Letter To The New York Times Magazine
To the New York Times Magazine Editorial Staff – Today you published an article with a deceptively casual title: “Unexcited? There May Be A Pill For That”. On its face, the article bears a simple enough premise: Studies have shown that levels of sexual arousal for women drop off after about one to four years of…
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The Z-Axis 