Monthly Archives: December 2011

Does drama fuel creativity?

Posted on December 30, 2011 by swneyes

Whoever said that anxiety, stress, and/or general feelings of dread contribute to profound works of literary genius was off her rocker. I’m at home for the holiday and haven’t done jackshit. There is something to be said for tranquility and … Continue reading →

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Consignments, Rejections, and My Son Is Sick.

Posted on December 19, 2011 by swneyes

A friend suggested maybe I was burned out–hence the lack of productivity (in my opinion, anyway). I did begin drafting an article about my book tour, which I hope to sell to an industry magazine.  But overall, my enthusiasm and … Continue reading →

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Hedgebrook

Posted on December 15, 2011 by swneyes

I just found out that I was not accepted into Hedgebrook’s residency next year.  I cannot even express how much I wanted to go and get away, do some writing without distraction.  Boo-hoo.  I really thought I had a chance.  … Continue reading →

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Santa Claus is Bringing You After the Tsunami (not)

Posted on December 15, 2011 by swneyes

My husband says we are now finally getting into the 21st century.  By that, he means we buckled down and purchased an e-reader.  I’ve read the pros/cons regarding both Amazon’s Kindle Fire, Apple’s version, and the Nook.  I wanted something … Continue reading →

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More Balance

Posted on December 10, 2011 by swneyes

As if the universe heard me and wanted to punish me for my last post, I received several pretty generic, not “final round” rejections from: Boulevard, Subtropics, Ploughshares. So there you have it. I eagerly anticipate word on my application … Continue reading →

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Another Birthday, Albuquerque Magazine

Posted on December 6, 2011 by swneyes

I am another year older.  I am proud that I have been able to accomplish so much before 35 and also excited about what is to come.  I have so many years (hopefully) of good solid writing to do.  I … Continue reading →

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Disrespect

Posted on December 1, 2011 by swneyes

Back in the spring/summer, I had emailed an old professor of mine (my thesis advisor at USC, actually) to thank him for his advice and let him know that I had published a book.  To give you some context, while … Continue reading →

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