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ReaderCon33 Experiences (Part 1): Memorable Moments, Moderating Panels, and Networking

By Kathy on Tuesday, July 16, 2024
ReaderCon33 Experiences

A lot happened at ReaderCon33 this year. Okay, yes, a lot always happens at ReaderCon (read about some of my other experiences here), but specifically a lot happened for me at ReaderCon this year. So much so that I want to make sure I write about it here so I don’t forget it all (I …

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Creative Writing and Hustle Culture is a Toxic Mix

By Kathy on Sunday, June 16, 2024

Hustle culture is awful. It’s not a unique thought, obviously. And it’s not a problem unique to the writing/publishing world. If you’re a creative writer, though, you know what I’m talking about. It’s so toxic. I hate it. I’m sure you do, too. Trouble is, hustle culture is hard to resist! A few days ago, …

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Spring 2024 Author Update: Writing, Publishing, and More!

By Kathy on Friday, March 15, 2024

It’s been way too long since I last posted anything here. Since late December, to be exact. Even longer since I posted any kind of an author update. Sorry about that. Trust me, though, it’s not because I’ve been sitting on my butt eating chips and watching Netflix (okay, I’ve done a bit of that) …

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Exploring Boston’s Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Literary Scene

By Kathy on Saturday, December 23, 2023

Greetings, fellow readers and writers. I’m on winter break all this week and next (one of the perks of teaching at an independent school). These two weeks are a time for me to catch my breath, release some tension, and refill my creative well. One of the things I always try to do to relax …

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Author Update: Joining the SFWA and Balancing Life as Writer and Teacher

By Kathy on Sunday, December 17, 2023

Sharing a quick update (just kidding, this is definitely TL;DR) on what I’ve been up to this past month or so with regard to writing, teaching, fitness, and other stuff.(SFWA Writing Teaching Boskone) I Joined the SFWA! (SFWA Writing Teaching Boskone) I decided to apply for an associates level membership in the SFWA a couple …

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Ten Great Gift Ideas for Writers – 2023

By Kathy on Saturday, December 9, 2023

As the holiday season approaches, figuring out gift ideas for your writer-friend or loved one might feel daunting. The pressure to pick something that won’t disappoint can be stressful. You don’t want to get them yet another notebook or nice pen. They’ve got a billion of those already, but what’s left? To help you in …

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It’s Hugo and Nebula Awards Eligibility Season!

By Kathy on Sunday, December 3, 2023

It’s Hugo and Nebula Awards eligibility season, and I’m excited to say that all of the stories I published in 2023 qualify for consideration! What are the Nebulas? The Nebula Awards are conferred by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA). Each year the organization recognizes the best works of science fiction or fantasy published in the United …

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Fall 2023 Writing Update: More Publishing Success and Some Winter Fun

By Kathy on Sunday, November 19, 2023

It’s been a minute since I last posted, so I figured it was time for a quick fall 2023 writing update. This has been a whirlwind year of publishing progress and milestone moments.   My Clarion West Fundraising Efforts My fundraising efforts for Clarion West were partly successful. Though I didn’t meet my $1,000 target, …

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The Clarion West Write-a-Thon Fundraiser!

By Kathy on Friday, June 23, 2023
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Staring June 26th, I’ll be writing my fingers raw as I try to raise some money to support a super worthy cause. I’m taking part in Clarion West’s 2023 Write-a-thon fundraiser, a six-week-long writing adventure. I hope you’ll consider supporting my efforts, but first, let me tell you a bit about Clarion West.     …

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The SFWA Mentoring Initiative 2023

By Kathy on Monday, June 19, 2023
Logo for the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writer's Association. (SFWA Writing Teaching)

Since its inception in 2018, the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) Mentoring Initiative has been connecting experienced authors and editors with writers who are new to the industry, and after two years of trying, I finally made it into the program.

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