Author Archives: Laura Langston
Giving Thanks
When I give readings or do author talks, I always leave time for questions. And two come up repeatedly: how old are you and what do you like best about being a writer? Until now, my answer to the latter … Continue reading
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Every Writer Needs a Lizard
Every writer needs a lizard. Or maybe a frog or a spider or, in my case, a golden ladybug. We need a mythic animal or a symbolic touchstone where we can park our doubts when they get in the way … Continue reading
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Writing is Like Gardening
Being a writer, I noodle with words. Being a gardener, I mess with dirt. (When the writing stinks, I economize and noodle in dirt but that’s a whole other blog). Writing and gardening have a lot in common. My basil, … Continue reading
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