July 19: Personing in Community

As I mentioned last month, sometimes it feels difficult to be a person on the internet in an age of war, climate catastrophe, and the erosion of democracy. 

I've been working on various concrete projects, the kind with endings, and also the cycle of nurture that life requires. From refilling prescriptions and attending annual appointments to mowing and lopping and chainsawing. (Not enough cleaning, but that's normal for us.)

Fortunately, I've also been able to spend time with other writers. Some are managing to keep creating new work; others aren't. Similarly, some of the "regular people" I also see worry more, while others manage those routines and projects as above. 

I'm excited to be part of this event! Please come by!

Regardless of where my acquaintances, friends, and family fall on the continuum of "can't do a thing" and "doing well, thanks," I'm glad to know. There's something reassuring about being in community.

For that reason, I'm pleased to be participating in the Thunder Bay Indigo's in-store event on July 19, 2025, from 1 to 5 in the afternoon, along with a baker's dozen of other writers. 

Please stop by! It's fun to hang with other bookish types, whether you've also published a book, want to write something someday, have several novels in a drawer, or "just" enjoy reading. It's a chance to ask questions, BUY CANADIAN GIFTS for friends and family, and appreciate one small part of the creativity in Northwestern Ontario.

Sometimes spending a little time in community is exactly what you need. It would be great to see you there!