Category Archives: Writing

Chatting with Historical Women’s Fiction Author—Emma Lombard

I met my guest today over on Twitter, where she caught my attention by being a helpful, welcoming presence. When I discovered she was also an aspiring historical fiction writer, I got to know her better, and even shared an interview with her previously here and in my newsletter. Today, I’m pleased to feature anotherContinue reading “Chatting with Historical Women’s Fiction Author—Emma Lombard”

And that’s a Wrap on Orlando!

I was going to write one last post about Orlando by Virginia Woolf until I saw this gem on YouTube. It’s quite the fun LEGO-fueled take. It’s Orlando told in eleven minutes. Enjoy! I’m not at all sure I can add anything to it. Our Autumn of Woolf has lost its leaves and unintentionally extendedContinue reading “And that’s a Wrap on Orlando!”

Mrs. Dalloway Sighting

Here’s a little holiday time reading about Mrs. Dalloway, via the New York Times Books Update, just for you. I know, I know: we’re reading Orlando. But I thought you’d enjoy this piece by Micheal Cunningham, author of The Hours. Santa brought me an armload of books I’m eager to taste, but I was inContinue reading “Mrs. Dalloway Sighting”

The Great Frost Scene from Orlando

The Great Frost scene in Virginia Woolf’s Orlando is legendary. I’d be remiss if I didn’t share this bit from Simple Gifts, first broadcast way back for the Christmas of 1977. Animated by Tissa David and narrated by Hermione Gingold, it’s a fun holiday watch. (Many thanks to Blogging Woolf for bringing this to myContinue reading “The Great Frost Scene from Orlando”

Two Flash Fiction Holidays Stories Just for You!

Hubby Barry and I shared two original holiday flash fiction stories on our most recent podcast episode on Writing All the Things. Here are the stories if you’d like to take a closer look. Enjoy! Warning: NSFW. Cranberry Sauce in the Time of Keto By Drēma Drudge The formerly white kitchen wall is now dotted withContinue reading “Two Flash Fiction Holidays Stories Just for You!”

Here We Go Orlandoing!

We are still reading Orlando, aren’t we? I know I am, and I hope you’re enjoying the journey as much as I am. What a simultaneously entertaining and philosophically engaging novel this is. Here’s an article from Vulture that reminds us why this is such an important novel, especially for the past few years. It’sContinue reading “Here We Go Orlandoing!”

Virginia Woolf: Modernist Master with Anne E. Fernald

Apparently I am not the only one who is ready for more Woolf! This link dropped into my email box today and might be of interest. The Center for Fiction is hosting a series of Woolf readings via Zoom. This list substitutes The Waves for A Room. I can’t blame them but my copy ofContinue reading “Virginia Woolf: Modernist Master with Anne E. Fernald”