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Allison

The Shift Moment: An Essay at Intrepidus Ink

I’m thrilled to share that my short essay is live at Intrepidus Ink! It’s called “The Shift Moment: How to Transform a Static Scene Into an Unforgettable Experience”—part one of a three-part series on what makes stories truly work.

I’ve had the honor of being an editor at Intrepidus Ink since its inception in 2022! Over the years, I’ve read incredible stories, learned from brilliant writers and editors, and deepened my appreciation for the craft of storytelling. Being part of this magazine has been nothing short of inspiring.

Read my essay here: The Shift Moment: How to Transform a Static Scene Into an Unforgettable Experience

Allison

Shorter is Better Book Club Recap

Another fun thing from 2023, besides the writing publications I previously mentioned, was starting Shorter is Better book club with Chelsea Stickle and Suzanne Hicks.

We started in April with After the Rapture by Nancy Stohlman. The rest of the books were as follows:

We took December off, and will do the same in 2024. We’re also taking February off in consideration of AWP and so many authors and small presses being swamped that month! However, we already have our January book picked: The Anchored World by Jasmine Sawers. Grab a copy from Rose Metal Press and join us on January 16th at 7:30 pm ET.

You can find us on Twitter and Instagram to keep up with our reading progress and join in on the meetings!

Allison

Alien Buddha Reading Sunday 9/18

Listen to the recording HERE. My section starts around the 53 minute mark.

This Sunday from 1-3pm CST, Alien Buddha Press is hosting a reading. It’s audio-only through Twitter Spaces, so grab your phone and listen in without needing to primp for Zoom vide. You’ll see a colorful ring around @thealienbuddha‘s profile picture when we’re live. If you follow the press already, the Space will be at the top of your newsfeed. Whichever approach you use, just click to join and listen to these great writers: