Eric D. Goodman's Blog, page 12
April 11, 2023
Two Poems Published in Gargoyle Magazine
Two of my recent poems, “Water Fall Blues” and “Embracing Hermithood,” have been published in Gargoyle Magazine.
The first poem, "Water Fall Blues," is a tribute to the effects of drought and falling water levels in various parts of the world, with a personal reflection on the disappearance of a beloved waterfall in Croatia.
The second poem, “Embracing Hermithood,” is about the experience of embracing a hermit-like lifestyle during the pandemic—physically and mentally.
Gargoyle Magazine has a reputation for publishing unique and thought-provoking poetry, and I am honored to have my work featured alongside other talented writers like Shirley Brewer, Sid Gold, and Charles Rammelkamp. Thanks goes to Richard Peabody, who has been Gargoyling since 1976.
I invite you to read “Water Fall Blues” and “Embracing Hermithood,” along with other brilliant poems, in the latest issue of Gargoyle Magazine.
https://gargoylemagazine.com/eric-d-g...
The first poem, "Water Fall Blues," is a tribute to the effects of drought and falling water levels in various parts of the world, with a personal reflection on the disappearance of a beloved waterfall in Croatia.
The second poem, “Embracing Hermithood,” is about the experience of embracing a hermit-like lifestyle during the pandemic—physically and mentally.
Gargoyle Magazine has a reputation for publishing unique and thought-provoking poetry, and I am honored to have my work featured alongside other talented writers like Shirley Brewer, Sid Gold, and Charles Rammelkamp. Thanks goes to Richard Peabody, who has been Gargoyling since 1976.
I invite you to read “Water Fall Blues” and “Embracing Hermithood,” along with other brilliant poems, in the latest issue of Gargoyle Magazine.
https://gargoylemagazine.com/eric-d-g...
April 5, 2023
Vilnius, Lithuania: Fact and Fiction
Although the majority of my most recent novel, Wrecks and Ruins, takes place in the city and suburbs of Baltimore, Maryland, some sections take place in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Before setting scenes from the novel in the Eastern European city, I explored the city myself and wrote some travel stories about those experiences.
Check out my travel stories and photographs in “A Family Pilgrimage in Lithuania: Vilnius, Siauliai and Hill of Crosses,” published in Go World Travel Magazine.
https://www.goworldtravel.com/visit-v...
Before setting scenes from the novel in the Eastern European city, I explored the city myself and wrote some travel stories about those experiences.
Check out my travel stories and photographs in “A Family Pilgrimage in Lithuania: Vilnius, Siauliai and Hill of Crosses,” published in Go World Travel Magazine.
https://www.goworldtravel.com/visit-v...
March 27, 2023
"Dry Splash" and "Immersion" published in Bourgeon Literary Journal
I am excited to share that two of my recent poems "Dry Splash" and "Immersion" have been published in Bourgeon Literary Journal!
“Dry Splash” takes a look at some of the world’s recent water shortages, and “Immersion” considers the comforts of that diminishing water.
Read both poems in Bourgeon at the link.
https://bourgeononline.com/2022/12/tw...
“Dry Splash” takes a look at some of the world’s recent water shortages, and “Immersion” considers the comforts of that diminishing water.
Read both poems in Bourgeon at the link.
https://bourgeononline.com/2022/12/tw...
March 20, 2023
Portugal’s National Museums in Lisbon Featured in Go World Travel
My travel story focused on Portugal’s National Museums in Lisbon was recently published in Go World Travel Magazine, the online travel magazine.
The city of Lisbon is sort of like a museum of museums and sights itself. It is a city with a diverse variety of structures, including churches, castles, and museums.
The National Museum of Ancient Art, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, and the National Tile Museum are not among the many centrally located attractions. But just because they're a half-hour walk or ten-minute taxi trip away from the city center doesn't mean you should skip them. Explore these museums with me at the link below:
https://www.goworldtravel.com/nationa...
The city of Lisbon is sort of like a museum of museums and sights itself. It is a city with a diverse variety of structures, including churches, castles, and museums.
The National Museum of Ancient Art, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, and the National Tile Museum are not among the many centrally located attractions. But just because they're a half-hour walk or ten-minute taxi trip away from the city center doesn't mean you should skip them. Explore these museums with me at the link below:
https://www.goworldtravel.com/nationa...
March 7, 2023
Writers to Ride With
Road trips can be an exhilarating experience for writers. When alone, the open road provides a time to ponder story ideas, explore plot turns and character developments. Or, a time to relax with an audio book and enjoy the written word read aloud.
When with another person, a road trip can be a bonding experience, conversation cruising along as the scenery passes by.
The traveling companion can make or break a road trip. If you had the opportunity to hit the road with any writer, who would it be? Any author at all: a rising star, a contemporary great, or a past classic. Who would you want to share the road with?
For me, the choice would be easy: John Steinbeck. Steinbeck has long been my favorite writer. He doesn’t just have skill as a writer – his writing has heart, feeling, soul, and usually a strong message. He knows how to convey things without having to say them. A reader gets to know his characters by their actions, not just their thoughts. And Steinbeck is able to teach without sounding like he wants to preach. That is, his lessons in life often sneak in; he knows not to hit readers over the head with his point.
I could get lost in a long conversation with John Steinbeck, discussing some of my favorite novels – Of Mice and Men, The Grapes of Wrath, East of Eden – and talking about the art of writing. I’d even be willing to take a back seat to Charlie, the poodle, for the opportunity for travels with Steinbeck.
That’s my choice. What’s yours? Which writer would you ride with?
When with another person, a road trip can be a bonding experience, conversation cruising along as the scenery passes by.
The traveling companion can make or break a road trip. If you had the opportunity to hit the road with any writer, who would it be? Any author at all: a rising star, a contemporary great, or a past classic. Who would you want to share the road with?
For me, the choice would be easy: John Steinbeck. Steinbeck has long been my favorite writer. He doesn’t just have skill as a writer – his writing has heart, feeling, soul, and usually a strong message. He knows how to convey things without having to say them. A reader gets to know his characters by their actions, not just their thoughts. And Steinbeck is able to teach without sounding like he wants to preach. That is, his lessons in life often sneak in; he knows not to hit readers over the head with his point.
I could get lost in a long conversation with John Steinbeck, discussing some of my favorite novels – Of Mice and Men, The Grapes of Wrath, East of Eden – and talking about the art of writing. I’d even be willing to take a back seat to Charlie, the poodle, for the opportunity for travels with Steinbeck.
That’s my choice. What’s yours? Which writer would you ride with?
February 27, 2023
My poem, "gulp" published in The Five-Two
My poem "gulp" was published in The Five-Two, an online journal that publishes one crime-related poem each week.
'Gulp' is more about the anticipation of crime than its occurrence, inspired by that recurring city situation of being approached for money.
Find the poem here: https://poemsoncrime.blogspot.com/202...
'Gulp' is more about the anticipation of crime than its occurrence, inspired by that recurring city situation of being approached for money.
Find the poem here: https://poemsoncrime.blogspot.com/202...
February 19, 2023
The Wine and Wonders of Porto, in Go World Travel
When people think of Porto, Portugal, they often think of that city's most known export: port wine. And there is plenty of it there. But Porto is so much more than wine.
Find out some of the exciting places we discovered during our recent visit to Porto by reading my travel story: "A Taste of Things to Do in Porto: Port Wine is Just the Beginning." It was recently published in Go World Travel Magazine.
Miles of tiles, churches covered in gold, delicious dining, and even the world's most beautiful McDonald's await. Let's go!
https://www.goworldtravel.com/things-...
Find out some of the exciting places we discovered during our recent visit to Porto by reading my travel story: "A Taste of Things to Do in Porto: Port Wine is Just the Beginning." It was recently published in Go World Travel Magazine.
Miles of tiles, churches covered in gold, delicious dining, and even the world's most beautiful McDonald's await. Let's go!
https://www.goworldtravel.com/things-...
February 8, 2023
Author Interview on Wrecks and Ruins published by Apprentice House Press
Apprentice House Press published a Q&A interview about Wrecks and Ruins, where we discuss the book and my motive for writing such a story.
During this short interview, we address a number of significant subjects, including what inspired the book, what I discovered about myself while writing it, and other important topics.
Find out more here: https://www.apprenticehouse.com/?p=2265
During this short interview, we address a number of significant subjects, including what inspired the book, what I discovered about myself while writing it, and other important topics.
Find out more here: https://www.apprenticehouse.com/?p=2265
January 17, 2023
Sintra, Portugal, Story Published in Go World Travel
It's a fine time to take an armchair vacation to the palace-clad mountain town of Sintra, Portugal. So join me!
Go World Travel Magazine has published my travel story, "The Picturesque Palaces and Sites of Sintra: Portugal's Fairytale Town in the Mountains."
Join me and my family as we explore Pena Palace, the National Palace of Sintra, Moorish castle ruins, Old Town Sintra, and Quinta da Regaleria.
You can find the story and pictures in Go World Travel Magazine.
https://www.goworldtravel.com/sights-...
Go World Travel Magazine has published my travel story, "The Picturesque Palaces and Sites of Sintra: Portugal's Fairytale Town in the Mountains."
Join me and my family as we explore Pena Palace, the National Palace of Sintra, Moorish castle ruins, Old Town Sintra, and Quinta da Regaleria.
You can find the story and pictures in Go World Travel Magazine.
https://www.goworldtravel.com/sights-...
January 7, 2023
North of Oxford's Most Read Poets
North of Oxford, the literary journal, has announced the most read poets and poems of 2022.
My poem, "Sisson's," was one of the top ten poems read by North of Oxford readers in 2022.
Read "Sisson's," along with a selection of poems by nine other excellent poets, in North of Oxford.
https://northofoxford.wordpress.com/2...
My poem, "Sisson's," was one of the top ten poems read by North of Oxford readers in 2022.
Read "Sisson's," along with a selection of poems by nine other excellent poets, in North of Oxford.
https://northofoxford.wordpress.com/2...
