'Tis the season for all the lists! We make lists of things to do, gifts to buy for people, and food to make. And, whether we like it or not, we are inundated with lists from the folks who like to make lists about 'THE BEST' - best books, best songs, best words, etc. The… Continue reading Shields’ Poetry Tops the Lists for 2016!
Category: On Writing
Editor Laryssa Brooks talks books, words and the joy of editing
One of the best things about touring and participating in festivals and literary events is the people I meet...and, especially when I'm doing Poetry on Demand, the people I get to write poetry for! I met Editor Laryssa Brooks at a University of Windsor alumni event. Her sweet smile and patient demeanour totally caught my… Continue reading Editor Laryssa Brooks talks books, words and the joy of editing
Be Honest With Yourself
It's beautiful how this time of year - the change in weather, and the quick to follow change in heartsong - brings me into myself. Of course, it's also the time of year when I'm supposed to spread the love and be with people maybe more than any other time of year! To celebrate the… Continue reading Be Honest With Yourself
