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Gemma Seltzer
@gemseltz.bsky.social
Writes fiction (latest book: Ways of Living from Influx Press) | makes creative projects | runs Write & Shine morning writing events | she/her

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Artwork by Rose Wong for Write & Shine
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Hello friends!
On Substack, I share how I find inspiration for both my writing and Write & Shine workshops. In a new essay, I describe how I crafted the December Festival. What I read and thought about—and how it all came together! Have a look and tell me what you think? 

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December 8, 2024 at 2:16 PM
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I love people sending me photos of Battery Rocks. Big thanks to writer extraordinaire @gemseltz.bsky.social for this pic of my collection on display at the #PoetryLibrary on London's South Bank. (If anyone knows if the London/National Poetry Library is on here, pls holler. Thanks.) Have a good day.
December 6, 2024 at 9:05 AM
Here I am!
The happy face of someone who has had a wonderful week, with a set of wonderful writers and artists.

Together, we all created a good, thoughtful environment for each other—thank you to everyone who was part of it. 🩷
November 23, 2024 at 9:53 PM
Reposted by Gemma Seltzer
Kate Golembiewski explores the long history of Moon lore: “It is not surprising, then, that since ancient times, humans have wondered if the cycle of the Moon might exert similar power over our minds.”
“Moonstruck.” How Myths of Lunar Power Continue to Fascinate Us
The Moon’s influence on our planet is undeniable. Its gravity pulls the waters of our oceans, creating the tides. Its light cues the migration of birds, the foraging of wildebeests, and the synchro…
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November 20, 2024 at 5:31 PM
What fun!
Another lovely event at our Autumn Salon. So wonderful to welcome Jessica J. Lee for an evening thinking about the element of air.

A pleasure to hear her read from her beautifully structured, spacious book 'Dispersals,' and reflect on how she combined her family history with botanical history.
November 20, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Reposted by Gemma Seltzer
Hello friends! Welcome! Good to see you.

I’m Gemma. I love mornings and host a lovely, seasonal programme of morning writing workshops, peaceful retreats and courses. Come along!
November 14, 2024 at 4:32 PM
Morning friends! Please follow Write & Shine!
Hello friends! Welcome! Good to see you.

I’m Gemma. I love mornings and host a lovely, seasonal programme of morning writing workshops, peaceful retreats and courses. Come along!
November 14, 2024 at 8:11 PM
Hello friends!
November 13, 2024 at 9:20 PM