I'd like to start a discussion on Clarissa Pinkola Estes' works on the crone -- The Power of the Crone and Mother Night. Let me know if you are interested.
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Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage by Haruki Murakami
August 24, 2014
Just read Murakami's latest novel and I think its various tributaries provide solace to those who've known unrequited love.
Love this praise
August 23, 2014
I just edited a friend's novel and here's what she said: I just want to thank you for your careful reading, the very valuable suggestions and editing, and your enthusiastic support for the story as a whole. You're the best! The novel is going to be much improved as a result.
Lament of the Dead
August 16, 2014
At the suggestion of a friend I've been reading Lament of the Dead, dialogues between Sonu Shamdasani and Jim Hillman on Jung's Red Book. I highly recommend the book as they discuss things we all may have thought about. It's also given me a new perspective on the way forward and thinking less about my personal life and more about connection to my place and time as well as the past. Read More
Bleu horses
July 29, 2014
I love sculptor Jim Dolan's steel horses placed atop a Montana hillside. See my article by clicking here /a>
Heyday on the High Plains of Montana
June 18, 2014
June 19th I head out with the Montana Office of Tourism supercrew on a 4-day exploratory trip into northeastern Montana. I will see places I've never been and have good guidance and company. I plan to enter field notes and eventually write an article about the trip in the Fall issue of Distinctly Montana magazine.
Subtitle of this adventure: Missouri River Country Press Trip
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Subtitle of this adventure: Missouri River Country Press Trip
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Country Bookshelf, Elk River Books, Bangtail Press Events
May 23, 2014
Allen Jones, who owns Bangtail Press, had the great idea of publishing three books -- one with Bozeman area writers, one with Livingston, one with Missoula. This week were the celebrations. I am proud to be in the Bozeman book, along with writers I so admire, e.g. David Quammen. The event in Livingston last night was attended by such a crowd that people were packed in a large space standing. (The new Elk River Books is now 2 big floors, nice wood, very charming.) It was catered by a favorite place of mine with pulled pork sandwiches and slaw Almost everyone read, including Tim Cahill, John Clayton, & Scott McMillion; Walter Kirn made up a story while waiting for his turn. I was struck by how funny so many pieces were. This was the kind of night I really enjoy. Read More
Fact & Fiction bookstore in Missoula
April 13, 2014
I love this bookstore and always go there when in town. On Saturday, April 19th, I will discuss my latest book, Your Soul at a Crossroads, With Steps You Can Take Not to Lose It. This book is for the serious issues of our lives. That does not mean just the sad ones; it also means when you feel the urge to grow and expand and you don't know your next step. I love helping people in this way. If you can't come, you might like to get the book. As an ebook, it's the price of a latte. Read More
At Barjons Bookstore Billings, Saturday
March 19, 2014
If you're in or near Billings, come to Barjons Bookstore at 1:30 for my program and signing. Be sure to browse their wonderful books. I'm eager and it looks like the weather will be cooperating.
Pyschology, Philosophy, Let's See More
February 9, 2014
Here's an editorial I wrote that was published this week in Publishers Weekly, the industry's magazine
Pubweekly
Pubweekly