How do I write when I don’t know what I am feeling?

How do I manage my feelings, so they don’t divert my creative focus?

Can I use discrete emotion theory to know better myself?

What are your favorite emotional descriptors today?

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In which I rant about my fears that

Not being liked = Not being read

And otherwise catastrophize the intersection of capitalism, social media, and art

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If you ask me for the definition of a short story, I will stammer out a novel-length answer.

This month, I assess four short stories and, through comparison, evaluate a metaphor as definition.

If you're looking for a delightfully witchy short story—with a lot to teach by example—check out this work from Amal El-Mohtar, then read my blog post about it!

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Check out my essay exploring the connections between science fiction and historical fiction, appearing this week in the Asimov’s blog, From Earth to the Stars.

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Thank you so much to Paula Guran and Locus Magazine for including “The Starwash” as a recommended story in your March 2024 issue. I’m honored and thrilled!

Head over to @morningtransport.bsky.social to read the story. ✏️✨

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Two weeks from tomorrow, @morningtransport.bsky.social will publish my story, "The Starwash." I couldn't be more honored or excited!

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