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Author Archives: first person productions
My Brother Danny is Dead
By Margaret Ann Gethers Scott, Ph.D. Margaret is her family’s historian, and author of two books on family history. This post is the first of a two-part series; next week, Margaret will share her thoughts on being a family historian. … Continue reading
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The Cow in the Room: An Author’s Place in the Publishing Industry
By Sarah White I originally wrote this piece in 2006. I’m dusting it off & publishing it now because I will soon announce big publishing news for yours truly. I am somewhat more sanguine about the book publishing industry today, … Continue reading
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Amelia Bedelia Moments
By Janet Manders Growing up, one of my favorite children’s books was “Amelia Bedelia”. I always smiled broadly at Amelia’s misunderstanding of language. Her silly behaviors that were a result of her literal interpretation of directions often had me laughing … Continue reading
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Mom goes to the Boston Store
By Faith Ellestad Mom called. “Hello, Faith?” “Hi, Mom, it’s me. What’s up?” “Well, your brother called. Carina is graduating from law school and I am invited to the party.” “Gee, that sounds like fun,” I suggested, knowing there was … Continue reading
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November 1, 2011
By Jay Akin It’s 9 AM on a Tuesday. I’ve never been in so much pain in my life! I’ve never broken a bone or birthed a child so I don’t have those as reference points. The next level of … Continue reading
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I want your true stories, well told.
Writing prompts are everywhere if you open your eyes… simply a splash of color can be a point of departure for a reminiscence, a musing, a call to action. We live in a beautiful world and now is a good … Continue reading
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Diane and Me
By Loriann Knapton Diane was my best friend Sue’s mother. I met her during my first playdate at Sue’s house on Wisconsin Street around 1968. Because 1960s etiquette required that all children call their elders by Mr., Mrs., or Miss … Continue reading
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Pine Time
by Casem AbuLughod Casey wrote this essay in the “Summer Fun & Games” workshop I led at Pinney Library last summer. In it he captured just how I feel about “pine time.” They walked through the woods, watching their steps … Continue reading
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Tupperware Party
By Renee Lajcak It’s the 1970s in conservative Oshkosh, Wisconsin. My older brother Bob and older sister Michelle are out of the house in their own apartments, having exciting lives with interesting friends, while I’m still stuck at home going … Continue reading
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Something Had to Give, Part 2
In recognition of World Mental Health Day October 10, an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma, I invited Max Blaska, writer, filmmaker, and mental health warrior, to write about his journey. This is … Continue reading
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