by Writing Barn Intern Macy Lane “All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” – Abraham Lincoln With Mother’s Day approaching, I’ve had thoughts […]
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Celebrating 10 Years of WB: An Interview with Ellen Tarlow
Posted onThe Writing Barn’s 10th Anniversary celebration continues in an interview with our friend and WB Success Story, Ellen Tarlow! Ellen is the superstar author of picture books Looking for Smile […]
Continue ReadingNational High Five Day: 5 Ways to High Five Yourself!
Posted onby WB Intern Macy Lane Did you know the third Thursday of each April is National High Five Day? Don’t worry, neither did we. But now that we do, it […]
Continue ReadingWrite. Submit. Support. Month #1 Wrap-up with Cathy Sheafor
Posted onBy WB Intern Cathy Sheafor A Writer’s Journey Sometimes the journey to publication can feel like crossing a lake in a windstorm on a blow-up swan without a paddle. Your […]
Continue ReadingCover Reveal for TED KOOSER: MORE THAN A LOCAL WONDER by Carla Ketner
Posted onWe had the honor of speaking with author Carla Ketner about her writing journey, her new book, and the publication process! Carla Ketner’s Ted Kooser: More Than A Local Wonder […]
Continue ReadingA Beginner’s Guide to Critique Groups
Posted onby WB Intern Macy Lane “Spend too much time alone with your own words, and your writing grows anemic, in dire need of a transfusion.” —Celeste Ng I’ve never allowed […]
Continue ReadingNeed a Book? Here’s 3 Austin Bookstores to Buy From
Posted onby WB Intern Kate Dowdy A bookstore is a beautiful place. The Writing Barn owes its community to the rich literary life of Austin, and much of that life occurs […]
Continue ReadingCelebrating 10-Years of WB: An Interview with Jacquetta Nammar Feldman
Posted onWe’re continuing to celebrate the Writing Barn’s 10th Anniversary in an interview with our friend and WB Success Story, Jacquetta Nammar Feldman! A resident of Austin, TX, Jaquetta is the […]
Continue ReadingRandom Acts of Kindness
Posted onBy WB Intern Cathy Sheafor Random Acts of Kindness Week ran from February 14 to February 20. So, here are a few ideas for things writers can do as random […]
Continue Reading5 Remarkable Picture Books to Read for Black History Month and Every Month
Posted onby WB Intern Kate Dowdy In celebration of Black History Month, we’re recommending 5 stellar picture books written by black authors. These stories are ones of courage, family, justice, and […]
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