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My Poem, “Moments,” Published in Syndic Literary Journal

My recent poem, "Moments," was published in Syndic Literary Journal. Have a listen to “Moments” along with four other recent poems at Syndic: https://www.syndicjournal.us/syndic-n...

Is Rewriting Writing?

We've all heard it: writing is rewriting. A first draft should never be considered complete. In order to be successful as a writer, it's important not to fall in love with your own first draft.

Alice McDermott knows a thing or two about the various stages of a successful novel. Here's her take.

"The first draft is spillage," she explains. A writer should just let the words and story flow from you without regard to rules, structure, plot, character development, what makes sense, what doesn't jive. Write the first draft from your heart, as it comes to you. Hey, it's only a first draft.

"Then," McDermott suggests, "write at least three drafts. In rewrites, spend the time, don't try to save time. Hone the prose, shape it, redo it. Don't just re-copy with minor edits—that's the easy way out."

With the soul of your first draft already on paper, the second, third, and any additional drafts should be where the true craftsmanship comes in. Sculpt your clay into something wonderful and unique, something others will want to read as well as yourself.

"A novel should evolve from its own predictable themes," McDermott said.

Learn more about Alice McDermott: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_M...

“Last Call” Published in Syndic Literary Journal

My poem "Last Call," has been published in the Syndic Literary Journal.

Listen to "Last Call" and other poems in Syndic Literary Journal at the link below: https://www.syndicjournal.us/syndic-n...

Krakow’s Wawel Hill: Dragons and Sacred Stones

My latest travel story “Krakow’s Wawel Hill: Dragons and Sacred Stones'' has been published in Go World Travel Magazine. Read about the Royal Castle, Wawel Cathedral, and the legend of the Wawel Dragon, as the story offers a factual tour of the site's historical and cultural significance, including visits to notable landmarks and the cathedral's royal crypts.

For a detailed guide and insights into this Polish heritage site, you can read the full story at the following link: https://www.goworldtravel.com/krakows...

Catch Me This Weekend at the Baltimore Book Festival!

The Baltimore Book Festival is back for the first time since 2019, this year in Waverly, Maryland. It takes place on and around Waverly Main Street for the first time after several years in Baltimore's Inner Harbor and many years in Mount Vernon.

Join the Baltimore Book Festival team to kick off the 2024 Festival on Friday, September 27 at Peabody Heights from 7 to 9 p.m.! Featuring a performance by the Rhonda Robinson Trio/Quartet, and readings by Nancy Murray, Shirley J. Brewer, Edward Doyle-Gillespie, Dave Eberhardt, and Mel Edden. I’ll read a selection or two from my forthcoming Faraway Tables.

Then, stop by the Apprentice House Press booth on Saturday between 2 and 4 where I’ll be signing copies of my most recent novel, Wrecks and Ruins, along with other Apprentice House Authors (Shirley J. Brewer among them).

Learn more at the following link: https://baltimorebookfestival.com/202...

“We No Longer Kill Our Visitors" and "Sacrifice for Sleep" in The Mid-Atlantic Review

The Mid-Atlantic Review has published two of my recent poems: "We No Longer Kill Our Visitors" and "Sacrifice for Sleep." “We No Longer Kill Our Visitors” explores the types of house guests that came around during the pandemic. “Sacrifice for Sleep” admires sacrifices that are often made in the interest of others.

Find the poems and others in The Mid-Atlantic Review at the following link:

https://midatlanticreview.com/2023/10...

Discovering Dublin Published in Go World Travel

Go World Travel Magazine has just featured my latest adventure, "Discovering Dublin: Don’t Miss These Irish Gems."
See the city's must-see spots, like the Little Museum of Dublin, Kilmainham Gaol, and the Guinness Storehouse, blending historical insights with local experiences.

For the full story and tips on enjoying Dublin like a local, read my story at the following link:
https://www.goworldtravel.com/discove...

“Just Enough” in Syndic Literary Journal

My poem "Just Enough" has been published in the Syndic Literary Journal.

But there's more! Along with "Just Enough," you can also listen to four other poems written and narrated by me.

Learn more at the following link: https://www.syndicjournal.us/syndic-n...

Poetry Reading at Philadelphia Northeast Regional Library

The next event in the North of Oxford Reading Series takes place on Saturday, April 13 at 1 p.m. at Philadelphia’s Northeast Regional Library. Featured poets include Ernest Hilbert and Eric D. Goodman.

Ernest Hilbert is the author of the poetry collections Sixty Sonnets, All of You on the Good Earth, Caligulan—selected as winner of the 2017 Poets’ Prize—and Last One Out. His fifth book, Storm Swimmer, was selected by Rowan Ricardo Phillips as the winner of the 2022 Vassar Miller Prize. In 2023 he was awarded the Meringoff Writing Award for Poetry from the Association of Literary Scholars, Critics, and Writers. Visit him at www.ernesthilbert.com

Eric D. Goodman lives and writes in Maryland, where he’s remained sheltered in place for most of the pandemic, spending a portion of his hermithood writing poetry. He’s author of Wrecks and Ruins (Loyola University’s Apprentice House Press, 2022) The Color of Jadeite (Apprentice House, 2020), Setting the Family Free (Apprentice House, 2019), Womb: a novel in utero (Merge Publishing, 2017) Tracks: A Novel in Stories (Atticus Books, 2011), and Flightless Goose, (Writers Lair Books, 2008). More than a hundred short stories, articles, and travel stories have been published in literary journals, magazines, and periodicals. His recent poems have appeared in Gargoyle, Loch Raven Review, North of Oxford, and Bourgeon. Learn more about Eric and his writing at www.EricDGoodman.com

Learn more about this and other events in the North of Oxford Reading Series at https://northofoxfordreadingseries.wo....

To Battle: A Civil-War Tour of Gettysburg” in Baltimore Style Magazine

“To Battle: A Civil-War Tour of Gettysburg” has been published on the Baltimore Style Magazine website.

We explored the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum, walked the historic battlefield, and paid our respects at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. We also visited key sites like the David Wills House and the Eisenhower National Historic Site.

Read more about our experience and the town's significant Civil War history: https://www.baltimorestyle.com/to-bat...